Social Media Regulation Bill with descriptions of offenses and corresponding punishments:

1. Operating Social Media Without Permission

  • Description: Running a social media platform without obtaining proper legal approval or license from authorities.
  • Punishment: Fine up to 25 lakh Nepali rupees.

2. Acts Against National Interest

  • Description: Engaging in or encouraging activities that harm national security, unity, or public order (e.g., spreading anti-national propaganda).
  • Punishment: Up to 5 years in jail, a fine of 5 lakh rupees, or both.

3. Cyberbullying

  • Description: Harassing, threatening, or humiliating someone online (e.g., through abusive messages, public shaming, or hate speech).
  • Punishment: Up to 2 years in jail, a fine of 3 lakh rupees, or both.

4. Cyberstalking

  • Description: Repeatedly monitoring, following, or intimidating someone online (e.g., tracking their activity, sending unwanted messages).
  • Punishment: Up to 3 years in jail, a fine of 5 lakh rupees, or both.

5. Hacking IDs or Personal Information

  • Description: Illegally accessing someone’s social media accounts, emails, or private data without consent.
  • Punishment: Up to 3 years in jail or a fine of 15 lakh rupees.

6. Phishing or Imposter Scams

  • Description: Tricking people into sharing sensitive information (e.g., passwords, bank details) through fake websites, emails, or profiles.
  • Punishment: Up to 3 years in jail or a fine of 15 lakh rupees.

7. Sextortion or Blackmail

  • Description: Threatening to leak someone’s private photos/videos or personal secrets to extort money, favors, or compliance.
  • Punishment: Up to 3 years in jail or a fine of 15 lakh rupees.

8. Sharing Obscene or Disturbing Content

  • Description: Posting or circulating explicit, violent, or morally offensive photos, audio, or videos.
  • Punishment: Up to 3 months in jail, a fine of 50,000 rupees, or both.

9. Spreading Obscene, False, or Misleading Content

  • Description: Distributing pornographic material, fake news, or manipulated information to deceive or harm others.
  • Punishment: Up to 2 years in jail, a fine of 3 lakh rupees, or both.

10. Uploading or Sharing Deepfake Videos

  • Description: Creating or spreading AI-altered videos/images to impersonate someone or spread false narratives.
  • Punishment: Up to 2 years in jail, a fine of 3 lakh rupees, or both.

11. Using Fake or Anonymous Identities

  • Description: Creating fake profiles or hiding one’s real identity to deceive others or commit fraud.
  • Punishment: Up to 3 months in jail, a fine of 50,000 rupees, or both.

12. Creating Fake or Temporary Groups

  • Description: Forming anonymous or disguised groups (e.g., on social media) to spread hate speech, illegal content, or organize criminal activities.
  • Punishment: Up to 5 years in jail, a fine of 15 lakh rupees, or both.

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