Under Section 67 and 67A, publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form is a criminal offense. Sharing such videos can lead to heavy fines and imprisonment.
The next time a "viral" link comes across your feed, remember that there are real people behind the screen whose lives are being disrupted for a few clicks.
In the digital age, "desi" content—referring to people or cultures from the Indian subcontinent—has a massive global footprint. However, the term "MMS" (Multimedia Messaging Service) has become synonymous with leaked, private, or non-consensual intimate imagery. These videos often go viral through encrypted messaging apps and unregulated forums, creating a wave of digital trauma for those involved. The Ethics of Consumption