Applicable Laws
A. Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000
- Section 66D – Punishment for cheating by impersonation via communication devices.
- Section 43 – Unauthorized access to sensitive data.
B.Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023
- Section 316 – Cheating and dishonesty (up to 7 years in jail & fine).
- Section 315 – Punishment for impersonation (up to 3 years in jail).
C. Banking Regulations & RBI Guidelines
- RBI warns against sharing OTP, CVV, and banking credentials over calls.