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@article{201317,
        author = {Prakhar Mishra and Vaishnavi Singh and Dr.Sneha Tiwari},
        title = {Online child safety and legal protections in India – (cyberbullying, online sexual exploitation, laws and enforcement)},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {4427-4433},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=201317},
        abstract = {The fast growth of internet accessibility in India has greatly marked children's involvement with online platforms leading to both advantages and disadvantages. This article explores inspect risks to child safety online especially cyberbullying and online sexual exploitation, which have arisen as notable issues in the digital era. Cyberbullying impacts children's mental health resulting in anxiety, depression and social isolation while online sexual exploitation subjects minors to grooming, abuse and trafficking dangers.
The research also examines the legal structure in India intended to safeguard children in the online environment. Key legislations like the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act ,2012 along with sections of the Indian Penal Code which tackles different types of online harassment. Government efforts such as cybercrime reporting platforms and educational campaigns, significantly contribute to prevention and response.
Notwithstanding of these actions hurdles keep on in successful enforcement because of underreporting, insufficient digital literacy, jurisdictional complications for law enforcement agencies. The article underlines the necessity for better enforcement of regulations, improved team work among parties involved and increased digital education for children, guardian and teachers. Ensuring the safety of children online in India necessitates a extensive strategy that integrates legal, technological, and social measure.},
        keywords = {Children, Cyberbullying Cybercrime, Protection, , Technology.},
        month = {May},
        }