• Dr Syed Asima Refayi
• Saeeba Mushtaq

Over the past two decades, the proliferation of smart phones, instant messaging apps and social media platforms has given rise to cyber bullying, a pressing issue in the digital age. This paper examines the statutory framework for addressing cyber bullying in India, exploring relevant sections of the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Indian Penal Code, 1860. It underscores the need for stronger legal provisions to combat this growing issue. The Right to Privacy is a fundamental concept in Human Rights principles, safeguarding individuals from unwarranted interference in their personal lives. While not explicitly defined in the Indian Constitution, it has been upheld by the Supreme Court as a derivative right from Article 21 and other Constitutional provisions. The Right to Privacy encompasses various aspects, including informational privacy and bodily integrity. A Human Rights-based approach to cyber bullying is explored, highlighting the fundamental Human Rights that can be violated by such harassment. These rights encompass the right to physical and mental health, fair working conditions, freedom of expression, education and freedom from violence. The United Nations Committee on the Rights of Child underscores the relevance of these rights in the context of cyber bullying. This paper emphasizes the importance of Human Rights perspective in addressing cyber bullying, underlining the responsibilities of individuals and society to promote respect for Human Rights and freedoms and recognizes the integral connection between cyber bullying and the fundamental Human Right to Privacy.

Key Words: Cyber bullying, Privacy, Constitutional Framework, Human Rights based approach, International Perspective, Judicial Pronouncements.

"Cyber Bullying: Human Rights Perspective", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 1, page no.g692-g706, January-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2401682.pdf

"Cyber Bullying: Human Rights Perspective", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 1, page no. ppg692-g706, January-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2401682.pdf