Source: BS
Context: The ‘Pratibimb’ module of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) has helped in the arrest of 6,046 cybercriminals and assisted in 36,296 cyber investigations.
About Pratibimb Module:
- What is the Pratibimb Module?
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- A crime-mapping tool that tracks cybercriminals and crime infrastructure across India.
- Developed under the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) by the Union Home Ministry.
- How Does It Work?
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- Uses geospatial mapping to pinpoint cybercrime hotspots.
- Helps jurisdictional officers with real-time intelligence on cybercriminals.
- Provides techno-legal assistance to Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs).
- Facilitates data sharing and analytics via ‘Samanvaya’, a coordination platform for LEAs.
- Significance of the Pratibimb Module:
- Enhanced Cyber Policing: Strengthens law enforcement capabilities in tackling cybercrime.
- Faster Crime Resolution: Assists in swift arrests and cyber investigations.
- Interstate Crime Tracking: Identifies linkages between cybercriminals across States/UTs.
- Tech-Driven Governance: Enables data-driven policymaking to curb cyber threats.
- Boosts National Security: Helps prevent digital frauds, financial scams, and data breaches.
