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IT Act 2000

The IT Act 2000 is the primary legislation in India addressing cybercrime, e-commerce, and digital communication, providing legal recognition to electronic records and signatures. It includes key features such as penalties for cyber offenses and the establishment of Certifying Authorities, with amendments enhancing data protection and introducing intermediary liability. Despite its advancements, the Act faces limitations in data protection and enforcement challenges.

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IT Act 2000

The IT Act 2000 is the primary legislation in India addressing cybercrime, e-commerce, and digital communication, providing legal recognition to electronic records and signatures. It includes key features such as penalties for cyber offenses and the establishment of Certifying Authorities, with amendments enhancing data protection and introducing intermediary liability. Despite its advancements, the Act faces limitations in data protection and enforcement challenges.

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Sipna College of Engineering & Technology, Amravati

Department of Computer Science and Engineering


Session 2022-2023

Subject: Security Policy & Governance Subject Code:6KS01


Year/Sem: III/VI Section: A/B/C

Content Beyond Syllabus

IT Act 2000

IT Act 2000 (Information Technology Act, 2000)


1. Introduction

 Enforced in 2000 by the Government of India.


 Primary law in India dealing with cybercrime, electronic commerce, and digital
communication.
 Based on the UNCITRAL Model Law on E-Commerce (1996).

2. Objectives of IT Act 2000

 Provide legal recognition to electronic records and digital signatures.


 Facilitate e-commerce and online transactions.
 Prevent and punish cybercafes.
 Define rules for data protection and privacy.
 Enable establishment of Certifying Authorities for digital signatures.

3. Key Features

Legal recognition of digital signatures.


Electronic governance: filing of forms, applications, and documents online.
Certifying Authorities (CAs) issue Digital Signature Certificates (DSCs).
Cybercrime offenses defined (hacking, identity theft, cyber terrorism, publishing obscene
content, etc.).
Adjudication mechanism: Cyber Appellate Tribunal (later merged with TDSAT).
4. Major Sections

 Sec. 43: Penalty for damage to computer, system, or network.


 Sec. 66: Computer-related offenses (hacking, identity theft, phishing).
 Sec. 67: Publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form.
 Sec. 69: Power to intercept, monitor, decrypt information.
 Sec. 72: Breach of confidentiality and privacy.

5. Amendments

IT (Amendment) Act 2008:


 Introduced cyber terrorism (Sec. 66F).
 Stronger data protection & privacy measures.
 Recognition of electronic signatures beyond digital signatures.
 Introduction of Intermediary Liability (social media, ISPs accountable).

6. Benefits

 Growth of e-commerce and digital economy.


 Stronger cyber law framework.
 Recognition of electronic contracts.
 Consumer protection in online transactions.
7. Limitations

 Still weak on data protection compared to global standards (like GDPR).


 Enforcement challenges due to jurisdictional issues.
 Increasing cybercrime sophistication needs frequent updates.

Summary:
The IT Act 2000 is India’s cornerstone legislation for regulating digital communication, e-
commerce, and cybercrime. With amendments, it continues to evolve to meet challenges in
cyberspace.

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