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@article{189968,
        author = {SUBAL CHAKRAVARTY and Dr. Bimal Kumar Baishya},
        title = {A Comprehensive Examination of the Cybercrime, Indian Judiciary and Legal System},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {1770-1776},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=189968},
        abstract = {A complete examination of cybercrime in India involves numerous facets, including the type of criminals and the emerging legal jurisprudence linked to such crimes. Cybercrime is defined as criminal activity undertaken over the internet or via digital methods, and it has been on the increase owing to the increasing dependence on technology in daily life. Cybercriminals come in a variety of forms, from inexperienced hackers looking for fame to organized crime groups using sophisticated methods to get money. This section explores the traits of these criminals, their intentions, and the ways in which they take advantage of weaknesses in digital systems. Judicial jurisprudence in India has been changing to handle the issues provided by cybercrime. The legal structure concerning cybercrimes is mainly influenced by the Information Technology Act of 2000, combined with several modifications and other relevant acts. Courts have started to construct precedents that interpret the applicability of existing laws to cybercrime, considering both the intricacies of technology and the necessity for justice in situations involving digital misdeeds. Examining case studies that showcase important rulings and how they represent the judiciary's stance on cybercrime is an important part of this examination. These instances clarify the burden of evidence, the concepts of culpability, and the difficulties in prosecuting cybercriminals. The paper highlights the importance for continual law change and public awareness to tackle cybercrime successfully. As technology continues to change, so too must the laws and judicial knowledge around these acts, ensuring that justice is delivered and that victims are supported in their quest of restitution.},
        keywords = {cybercrime, digital, judicial, criminals, IT Act},
        month = {January},
        }