Virtual Shadows: Protecting Children from Invisible Threats in the Digital World

Abstract

This conceptual study addresses the increasing digital dangers children face in today’s online environment. Drawing on secondary data from academic journals, internet sources, and news articles, the research analyses how children in India navigate online threats such as cyber bullying, predation, and exposure to harmful content. The study examines existing protective frameworks and identifies gaps in digital literacy and parental oversight. By emphasizing the invisible risks of the digital world, it advocates for more robust technological safeguards and community-led awareness programs that protect children online.