Information Technology Act
The Information Technology Act, 2000 (also known as ITA-2000, or the IT Act) is an Act of the Indian Parliament (No 21 of 2000) notified on 17 October 2000. It is the primary law in India dealing with cybercrime and electronic commerce. It is based on the United Nations Model Law on Electronic Commerce 1996 (UNCITRAL Model).
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DIGITAL SIGNATURE VS PHYSICAL SIGNATURE: WHICH HOLDS MORE LEGAL WEIGHT?
In the age of remote work and digital transactions, the debate between digital and physical signatures is more relevant than ever. Learn which signature type holds greater legal weight and why it matters for your business agreements.
EMPOWERING EXPERT EXAMINATION OF ELECTRONIC EVIDENCE (SECTION 79A OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT 2000)
In the digital age, electronic evidence holds significant weight in legal proceedings, necessitating specialized expertise for its interpretation. Section 79A of the Indian legal framework grants authority to the Central Government to designate Examiners of Electronic...
EXEMPTION FROM LIABILITY OF INTERMEDIARY(SECTION 79 OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT 2000)
In the digital age, intermediaries are vital for facilitating online communication and information exchange. Section 79 of the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000, exempts intermediaries from liability under specific conditions, outlining when they're not legally...
CONFISCATION AND COMPOUNDING OF OFFENCES
In the ever-evolving landscape of legal frameworks, it is imperative to decipher the intricacies of statutes governing confiscation, compensation, penalties, and compounding of offences. Delving into Sections 76 to 77B of the Act, we unravel the provisions and...
PROTECTING CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVACY IN THE DIGITAL AGE
In today's digital age, safeguarding confidentiality and privacy is crucial. The Indian Cyber Law includes Sections 72 and 72A of Information Technology (IT) Act,2000 which specifically address breaches of confidentiality and privacy, ensuring accountability and...
SECURING CRITICAL INFORMATION INFRASTRUCTURE
In today's digital era, safeguarding Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) is a top priority for governments globally. Sections 70, 70A, and 70B of the legislation outline measures to protect CII in India. SECTION 70: DECLARATION OF PROTECTED SYSTEMS The...