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SHORT ANSWER: Yes, police can arrest for online abuse in India under certain laws. DETAILS: - Online abuse can fall under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), such as Section 499 (defamation) and Section 507 (criminal intimidation). - The Information Technology Act, 2000, also addresses cyberbullying and harassment. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Punishments can include fines and imprisonment, depending on the severity of the offense. SOURCE: - Indian Penal Code (IPC), Information Technology Act, 2000
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