In this age of information and technology, Internet plays the pivotal role for the exchange of huge amount of information. It influences not only all spheres of human life but also all age groups of man. Even if the internet has changed our society fundamentally, the information over internet is not free from any illegal access or harm. Thus the security and safety of information has become the major challenge of the present time. With the rapid growth of users, the cyber crime cases are also increasing and are not restricted by any geographical limitations or national boundaries in the world. Over the past few years India has witnessed many cyber crime cases. And it is a matter of great concern as it has direct negative impact on economic and social lives of people. Our research work is based on the quantitative analysis of cyber crime cases under the IT Act and Indian Penal Code in top vulnerable states and cities in India. Further the cyber crime cases committed by the people of different age group have been analyzed. And along with the description of different motives of cyber crime activities and the offences, the important remedial measures have been suggested that need to be taken to minimize the cyber crime cases.
Cyber crime, IT Act, Indian Penal Code, Offences
