So, is it legal to create or share kambikuttan? The answer is complicated. The content itself is not inherently illegal simply because it is sexually explicit. India does not have a blanket ban on pornography for consenting adults. However, the method of distribution and the specific content matter.
Under Section 67 and 67A of the Information Technology Act, publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form is a punishable offense. The definition of "obscene" is broad and open to interpretation. More importantly, as mentioned, any content involving minors or non-consensual acts is a direct violation of the law.
Law enforcement in Kerala has taken action in several high-profile cases, often arresting individuals for creating and sharing defamatory or non-consensual kambikuttan content. However, the sheer volume of content and the difficulty of tracing anonymous creators means that enforcement is sporadic and often reactive rather than proactive.
