Navigating the Cyber-Moral Landscape: Understanding and Combating Cyber Bullying through an Islamic Lens

  • Saeeba Mushtaq Bhat and Dr. Syed Asima Refayi
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  • Saeeba Mushtaq Bhat

    Ph.D Research Scholar at Department of Law, University of Kashmir, India

  • Dr. Syed Asima Refayi

    Senior Assistant Professor at Department of Law, University of Kashmir, India

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Abstract

The widespread use of the internet has had a significant impact on society, opening doors in a variety of fields and putting people at risk of cybercrime. The widespread prevalence of cyber bullying can be attributed to the anonymity and ease of access provided by internet platforms. This paper explores cyber bullying from an Islamic perspective, examining its prevalence, causes, effects, and compatibility with Islamic teachings. Unlike traditional bullying, cyber bullying—which is characterised as intentional, persistent, and hostile behaviour using digital communication technology to damage others—presents different kinds of difficulties. It frequently entails unequal power dynamics, anonymity, and a large audience, which can cause psychological, emotional, and physical harm to both the victims and the offenders. Cyber bullying is prohibited in Islam because it goes against the core values of justice, compassion, and respect. Hadiths and verses from the Quran forbid making fun of, insulting, or causing harm to others; they also stress the value of empathy, integrity, and defending one's own rights. Through the cultivation of taqwa, or awareness of God, and the emulation of the virtues of reliability and kindness, Muslims can lessen the incidence of cyber bullying and promote a more peaceful virtual community. Islamic principles, which place a strong emphasis on responsibility, kindness, and respect in all human relationships, are incompatible with cyber bullying. Individuals may combat cyber bullying and advance an online community characterised by empathy, integrity, and respect by adhering to these ideals.

Keywords

  • Bullying
  • Cyber bullying
  • Magnitude
  • Causes
  • Effects
  • Islam

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Research Paper

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International Journal of Law Management and Humanities, Volume 8, Issue 3, Page 2400 - 2413

DOI: https://doij.org/10.10000/IJLMH.1110042

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