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VOL. 7, ISSUE 3 (2025)
Cybercrime investigation in India: An analysis of digital evidence and its role in proving cybercrimes
Authors
Dr. Ram Prakash Chaubey
Abstract
The article provides a comprehensive overview of cybercrime
investigations in India, emphasizing the impact of recent legislative changes
and emerging technologies. It highlights the limitations of traditional methods
against sophisticated cyber offenses that transcend borders and involve
ephemeral digital evidence, deepfakes, data manipulation, and encryption. The
Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA), modernizes evidence law by broadening
the definition and admissibility of digital records, while the Bharatiya
Nagarik Suraksha Adhiniyam, 2023 (BNSS), introduces procedural updates for
electronic reporting, digital statements, jurisdictional clarity, and mandatory
forensic investigations. The burgeoning role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in
both perpetrating and investigating cybercrimes is examined. AI offers tools
for deepfake detection, anomaly analysis, and malware identification, enhancing
investigative capabilities. However, ethical considerations and potential
biases in AI deployment are also discussed. Despite these advancements, India
faces challenges in combating cybercrime, including the need for capacity
building, investment in digital forensics infrastructure, strategic AI
integration, inter-agency collaboration, and continuous legal updates. Public
awareness and international cooperation are crucial for a comprehensive
strategy. The modernization of legal frameworks through the BSA and BNSS is a
significant step, but realizing their full potential requires a multi-faceted
approach involving technological empowerment, human capital development,
collaboration, and global engagement to fortify India's digital frontier and
build a more secure cyberspace.
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Pages:25-31
How to cite this article:
Dr. Ram Prakash Chaubey "Cybercrime investigation in India: An analysis of digital evidence and its role in proving cybercrimes". International Journal of Law, Policy and Social Review, Vol 7, Issue 3, 2025, Pages 25-31
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