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Pornography under the Information Technology Act, 2000 1. Introduction In the digital era, the internet has made it very easy to share photos, videos, and messages across the world. However, this also led to the misuse of technology — especially in the form of pornographic material , which includes obscene and sexually explicit content shared through social media, websites, and mobile applications. To regulate and control this misuse, the Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act) includes special provisions that punish online pornography and protect women and children from digital exploitation. 2. Meaning of Pornography The word ‘pornography’ comes from the Greek word “pornographos” , meaning “writing about prostitutes.” In modern terms, pornography refers to: Any material (video, image, audio, writing, animation, or drawing) that depicts sexual acts or nudity in an explicit manner with the intention to arouse sexual desire . However, the IT Act does not directl...