Is online trolling illegal in India? Here is where the law draws the line
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 22, 2026, 16:28 (IST)
Online abuse in India, from trolling to threats, can now lead to police action under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act. While criticism is protected, criminal intimidation, stalking, and sharing private content are serious offences. Victims should preserve evidence and report to authorities, as anonymous accounts are often traceable.