Upskirting

While Upskirting comes under the broader ambit of image based sexual abuse. It should be listed as a specific crime under the provisions of the IPC. Upskirting is the act of secretly taking pictures under a woman’s skirt without her consent. In 2019, The Voyeurism (Offences) (No 2) Bill was passed by which Upskirting became a crime in United Kingdom. With this the discussion of the crime of Upskirting has been perpetuated.

Laws regarding Upskirting

India has no laws that specifically deal with cyber flashing but, for now, these incidents are being covered by Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Information Technology Act, 2000.

Section 66E of the Information Technology Act covers anyone who knowingly takes, publishes, or transmits an image of another person's private area without their agreement.
Section 354C of the Indian Penal Code punishes capturing the image of a lady going about her intimate acts while she believes no one is watching her. This involves using the restroom, being undressed or in underwear, and engaging in a sexual act.