The following is general information on common questions on deepfakes and ai-generated content under Indian law.
Before the frequently asked questions
The IT (Intermediary Guidelines) Amendment Rules 2026, notified 10 Feb 2026 and in force from 20 Feb 2026, require prominent labelling of AI-generated (synthetic) content on intermediary platforms.
The rules reduced the general takedown window to 3 hours from a court or government order (previously 36 hours), and set a 2-hour window specifically for non-consensual intimate content and deepfakes.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly must a platform take down a deepfake once ordered to?
Under rules in force from 20 February 2026, platforms must act within 2 hours for non-consensual intimate content and deepfakes specifically, and within 3 hours for other content covered by a court or government order.
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