Watch who you befriend
Do not accept friend requests from strangers.
Do not share personal details.
Avoid intimate chats.
Don't give away personal pictures.
In case of harassment, don't delay filing a complaint.
What's the punishment?
It depends on the section of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) under which the case is booked. "The fine could range from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 3 lakh. The punishment could also include imprisonment of up to seven years," says a senior policeman. If the offender has used a real Facebook account, he is charged under a single section of the IPC. If a fake account is used, multiple sections come into play, he says.
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