Cyber Torts (Synopsis)

AIM

The purpose of this research is to explore the concept of cyber torts with various case laws.

OBJECTIVE

Through this research, researcher will explain the concept of cyber torts, its history, distinction
between cyber crime and cyber tort, reasons behind occurance of cyber torts, and statutory
provisions for cyber torts.

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Basically, Research Methodology means careful or diligent inquiry, especially investigation

aimed at the discovery and interpretation of facts, revision of accepted theories or law.

Here, Researcher use Doctrinal method of research, i.e. A research that has been carried out on a
legal preposition or propositions by way of analyzing the existing statutory provisions and cases
by applying the reasoning power.

RESEARCH QUESTION

1. What is cyber torts?

2. What is basic difference between cyber torts and cyber crime?
3. What is the reasons behind occurrence of cyber torts?
4. What is the statutory provisions behind for cyber torts in Indian law as well as in English
law?
TABEL OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 Introduction..

1.1. Research Objective..

1.2. Research Methodology..
1.3. Research Questions

CHAPTER 2 Evolution and Development

2.1. Early history.

2.2. Origin..
2.3. Explanation..

CHAPTER 3 Fundamental Concepts..

3.1. Concept of Cyber torts

3.2. Reasons behind its Occurrence
3.3. Difference between cyber torts and cyber crime
3.4. Some Preventive measures against this crime

CHAPTER 4 LEGAL FRAMEWORK

4.1.India.
4.1.1. Information Technology Act, 2000
4.1.2. Indian Penal Code, 1860.
4.1.3. The Indian Evidence Act, 1872..
4.2.English law..
 4.2.1. Computer Misuse Act, 1990
4.2.2. Privacy And Electronic Regulations (EC Directive, 2003)
4.2.3. Police and Justice Act, 2006

CHAPTER 5 JUDICIAL TRENDS

5.1. Indian Case laws ..

5.1.1. State vs. Mohd. Afzal and others (2003)

5.1.2. Dharamvir vs. Central Bureau of Investigation (2008).

5.2. English Case laws..

5.2.1. S B Jafta v. Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife (2008).

5.2.2. Ashcroft v. Free Speech Coalition (2002)

CONCLUSION

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