Say No To "Cyberbullying"

New media almost entirely depends on the internet.  Especially the people who works in the media and who are not fully involved with media they also depends on the internet. We now live in a digital world where an increasing number of young people are growing up deeply immersed in online environments. However, most lack the knowledge to navigate the internet safely and possess limited digital literacy skills at an early age, putting them at risk as they socialize more online.  Now I will describe about cyber bullying. At first we have to know what is cyber bullying? Cyberbullying means the use of electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending messages of an intimidating or threatening nature. Cyberbullying is defined by the UNICEF as the use of digital technologies, like social media and messaging platforms, to repeatedly scare, anger, or shame targets. This includes spreading lies or posting sensitive or private photos online, sending hurtful messages or threats via messaging apps, and impersonating others to send malicious messages. Cyberbullying is a criminal offence where the bully can be charged and placed before the court to explain their actions. We know in criminal law there are 2 approaches to cyberbullying 1. Harassment is crime under the criminal code. 2. Defamatory libel is a crime under the criminal law. Anyway India, a rapidly growing country in the cyber world, faces a significant increase in cyber crimes, particularly cyberbullying. With over 33% of children experiencing online bullying, India has the highest prevalence of online harassment. As a form of bullying, the effects of cyberbullying are often shocking, sometimes tragic, and last well into adulthood.. We have to know that how cyberbullying can be checked. There are many barriers to stop cyberbullying. Reporting incidents of cyberbullying is crucial in addressing the issue. However, many cases go overlooked since social media platforms fall outside a school's jurisdiction, and parents often miss the issue due to their lack of digital literacy. This places the responsibility on social media companies to ensure a safe environment. Unfortunately, current regulations may prove to be insufficient, as cyberbullying continues to occur. We have to take important steps to prevent cyberbullying. 1. Tell Someone- We have   to discuss with victims. 2. Keep Everything- We have to take screenshot, photos, recording, time and date. 3. Sometimes we have to avoid text or email. 4. We have to learn more things-We have to learn about cyber security options and beside this parents should learn and aware about what their children are doing on the internet with their smartphones. 5. Parents should know how they can keep their data secure and how to change password regularly. 6. We have to stand together. Govt should take necessary steps against cyber crime.