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Which of the following is a cybercrime related to identity theft under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023?

1. Using public Wi-Fi to access online accounts
2. Stealing personal details to create fake identities and commit fraud
3. Downloading free music from unofficial websites
4. Posting harmless pictures on a social media profile

Correct answer: Stealing personal details to create fake identities and commit fraud

Solution

Identity theft cybercrime involves stealing personal information and using it to impersonate someone or commit fraud. The other options do not necessarily constitute identity theft.

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