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Regulating Mobile Apps
Bulli Bai App Controversy
Through an unlicensed app
App was created on hosting platform Github
Prominent women were put to auction
What is the issue?
Dignity and modesty of a woman is highly downgraded
Multiple incidence yet no arrests
Online trolling
Why is it a cause of worry?
Lack of regulatory framework
It causes behavioral impact
No self regulations
The app has large user-base
Legal provisions against such Crimes
Information Technology Act:
Section 66E
IPC Sections:
153A, 153B, 295A, 354D, 500 and 509
Threats posed by such apps
Espionage
Online betting
Money laundering
Revenue bypass
Foreign scams
Psycho-social impacts
Violent behavior
Addiction
Need for Regulations
Inadequacy of cyber laws
Lack of holistic approach
No legal liability on intermediaries
Way Forward
Laws should be enforced in a stringent manner
Industry interventions to ensure economic interests
A comprehensive umbrella IT Law