Is online trolling illegal in India? Here is where the law draws the line
- Posted on May 22, 2026
- By The Times of India
- 0 Views
- 1 min read
Is online trolling illegal in India? Here is where the law draws the line
NEW DELHI: Online abuse has become increasingly common in India, especially on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and WhatsApp. While criticism and disagreement are protected forms of speech, the law draws a line when online behaviour turns into criminal intimidation, harassment, stalking or threats.