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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ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE AND DIGITAL SIGNATURE

ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE AND DIGITAL SIGNATURE

Electronic Signatures (eSignatures)  and Digital Signatures have emerged as a pivotal elemnt in modern transactions, offering an electronic representation of an individual's identity and serving as proof of consent. It is crucial to ensure that these signatures come...

REGULATION OF CERTIFYING AUTHORITY

REGULATION OF CERTIFYING AUTHORITY

INTRODUCTION The contemporary landscape is defined by the relentless march of science and technology, shaping a world that is increasingly digital, efficient, and interconnected. In this era, our lives have been streamlined, made faster and smarter through the...

E-GOVERNANCE

E-GOVERNANCE

INTRODUCTION E-Governance, where the 'e' denotes electronic, encompasses a set of lawful rules for the management, control, and administration of the public sector. It revolves around the strategic use of information and communication technologies (ICT) with the aim...

ELECTRONIC RECORDS AND ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES

ELECTRONIC RECORDS AND ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES

Electronic Records under Information Technology Act,2000 as per Section 2(1)(t), encompass any data, image, record, or file transmitted through electronic means. The Act, recognizing the significance of Electronic Signatures, defines them in Section 2(1)(ta) as any...

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT 2000

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT 2000

INTRODUCTION In the age of technological reliance, a startling awakening to a hacked phone and compromised laptop serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of personal data. The immediate quandary – pursue legal action against the social media platforms for...