Computer Applications
Answer
Any criminal offence that is facilitated by, or involves the use of, electronic communications or information systems, including any electronic device, computer, or the Internet is referred to as Cyber crime.
A cyber crime can be reported in the following ways:
- The local police stations can be approached for filing complaints with the cyber crime cells specially designated with the jurisdiction to register complaint.
- Provisions have now been made for filing of 'E-FIR' in most of the states.
- The Ministry of Home Affairs is also launching a website for registering crimes against women and children online including cyber crimes.