The UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce, adopted in 1996 by the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), provides a legal framework to […]
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2. Netizen
A Netizen is a combination of the words “Internet” and “Citizen”. It refers to a person who actively uses the internet, especially someone who participates […]
23. How is controller or Certifying Authority appointed? What are his functions under the Information Technology Act?
In an age where electronic communication and digital transactions are becoming the norm, ensuring the authenticity, security, and trustworthiness of digital data is crucial. The […]
3. Click wrap contract
A Click-Wrap Contract is a digital agreement where a user must click a button or checkbox indicating their acceptance of terms and conditions before accessing […]
4. E-Governance
E-Governance (Electronic Governance) refers to the use of information and communication technology (ICT) by the government to deliver services, share information, and engage with citizens, […]
5. Child Pornography
Under the Information Technology Act, 2000, child pornography is addressed explicitly through Section 67B, which prohibits: The Act classifies such activities as serious cyber offences […]
6. Credit card frauds
Credit card fraud refers to the unauthorized use of someone else’s credit card or card details to make purchases or withdraw money. It is a […]
7. Hate speech in the internet
Hate speech refers to any communication—whether spoken, written, or online—that incites hatred, violence, or discrimination against a person or group based on attributes such as: […]
24. Explain how the Information Technology Act articulates both Cyber ontraventions’ and ‘Cyber offences. OR Differentiate between cyber crimes and conventional crimes
In the digital era, crimes no longer remain limited to the physical world. The rise in the use of technology has given birth to a […]
8. E-Taxation
E-Taxation refers to the process of filing, paying, and managing taxes online using digital platforms provided by the government. It includes Income Tax, Goods and […]