The Role of Law in Combatting Gender-Based Violence on Social Media and Online Platforms

Nusrat Ali Rizvi

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36813

The Role of Law in Combatting Gender-Based Violence on Social Media and Online Platforms

Author(s)	Nusrat Ali Rizvi
Country	India
Abstract	The advent of digital platforms has revolutionized communication, but it has also introduced new dimensions of gender-based violence posing significant challenges for legal frameworks worldwide. This study critically discusses at the intersection of digital platforms and gender-based violence, exploring the complexities and legal implications within this context. The study points to the different forms of gender-based violence manifested in the digital environment, which includes cyberstalking, online harassment, and non-consensual dissemination of intimate images. It emphasizes how these violations are so deep-rooted that they have reached every nook and corner, transcended geographical boundaries and affected individuals regardless of their location. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing legal frameworks, the article evaluates the effectiveness of current laws in addressing digital gender-based violence. It identifies gaps and inconsistencies in legal provisions, highlighting the challenges faced by victims in seeking justice. The study also explores the role of digital platforms in perpetuating or mitigating gender-based violence, examining their policies, enforcement mechanisms, and accountability measures. This study further highlights that the fight against digital gender-based violence requires multi-faceted approaches, emphasizing stronger legal protection, greater platform accountability, and increased public awareness. It pushes for the incorporation of international standards and cooperation across nations to more effectively address transnational digital gender-based violence. The article ends with policy recommendations that will enhance legal responses to digital gender-based violence, making the online environment safer, and ensuring justice for victims. This Article advocates for more holistic and victim-centred policies that are grounded in human rights principles to deal with the increasingly alarming scourge of online gender-based violence.
Keywords	Keywords: Violence, Digital platforms, Gender, Mechanisms, Communication, Policy.
Field	Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On	2025-02-12
Cite This	The Role of Law in Combatting Gender-Based Violence on Social Media and Online Platforms - Nusrat Ali Rizvi - IJFMR Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36813
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36813
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g84xh5

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