A 2018 study reported that at least 91 per cent of PC users in India are using a pirated copy of Windows. In fact, even when one buys a new PC or a laptop with preinstalled Windows, 80-85 per cent of the time, the user gets a pirated copy of the operating system.

Is pirated software illegal in India?

Under the Indian Copyright Act, a software pirate can be tried under both civil and Criminal law. Copyright infringement is punishable by imprisonment up to three years and fine up to two lakhs.

How many Windows are pirated?

91% Of PCs Sold In India Run On Pirated Windows 10, And 85% Of Them Come With Dangerous Malware.