In 2022, the state of Maharashtra in India had the highest number of cyber stalking and bullying incidents against women and children to the rest of the country, with nearly 52 cases registered with the authorities. Kerala followed with 30 cases. Overall, the country recorded approximately 158 cases of such offences that same year. This category of crime came under the purview of Section 354D of the Indian Penal Code.
Number of cyber stalking and bullying incidents against women across India in 2022, by leading state
Figures are as per the data provided by individual states and union territories.
The offence of cyber stalking and bullying comes under section 354D of the IT Act of Indian Penal Code
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