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The Indian IT Act, 2000 is the primary legislation addressing cybercrime and electronic commerce in India, aiming to promote safe technology use and establish a legal framework for online activities. Key provisions include legal recognition of electronic transactions, definitions of cybercrimes and their punishments, and guidelines for data protection. Amendments in 2008 expanded the Act to address emerging threats, including cyber terrorism and child pornography, while enhancing penalties for cybercrimes.

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The Indian IT Act, 2000 is the primary legislation addressing cybercrime and electronic commerce in India, aiming to promote safe technology use and establish a legal framework for online activities. Key provisions include legal recognition of electronic transactions, definitions of cybercrimes and their punishments, and guidelines for data protection. Amendments in 2008 expanded the Act to address emerging threats, including cyber terrorism and child pornography, while enhancing penalties for cybercrimes.

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SETHU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

(An Autonomous Institution | Accredited with ‘A++’ Grade by NAAC)

Pulloor -626 115, Kariyapatti (Tk), Virudhunagar (Dt)

Academic Year 2024-25

for the course

21CSV604 – CYBER SECURITY

In

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND DESIGN

on

ASSIGNMENT 1

Submitted by

SIVANESAN P (REG: NO: 921721115048)

DAVID RAJA S (REG : NO: 921721115011)

ASWIN BOOPATHY S (REG : NO: 921721115008)

KANNAN M (REG : NO: 921721115023)


Overview of The Indian IT Act:

Provide a detailed overview of The Indian IT Act, including its provisions


related to cyber-crime and punishment.

Introduction:
The Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000, is the primary legislation in India
that addresses legal aspects concerning cybercrime and electronic commerce. It
was enacted to promote the safe and secure use of technology for
communication, commerce, and data storage, ensuring a legal framework to
regulate online activities, digital signatures, electronic contracts, and
cybercrimes.
The Act became essential as the growth of the internet posed various challenges
in ensuring accountability, confidentiality, and data security. Through its
provisions, the Indian government aimed to curb cybercrimes and provide
safeguards for individuals, businesses, and government agencies. The IT Act
was amended in 2008 to introduce additional provisions for cyber security and
to broaden the scope of punishable cybercrimes.

Objectives of the IT Act:


The main objectives of the IT Act include:
Legal Recognition of Electronic Transactions: Establishing legal validity and
recognition for digital signatures, electronic records, and electronic contracts.
Facilitate E-Governance and E-Commerce: Providing a legal framework to
promote e-governance and e-commerce by facilitating secure and reliable
electronic communication.
Addressing Cyber Crimes: Defining cybercrimes and prescribing punishments
for offenses like hacking, data theft, identity theft, and other forms of digital
fraud.
Promoting Secure Use of IT: Establishing guidelines for the protection of data,
information systems, and infrastructure from cyber-attacks and breaches.
Key Provisions of The Indian IT Act:

1. Electronic Governance (Section 4–10)


The Act provides legal recognition to electronic records and signatures. Any
information or document submitted in electronic form is treated on par with
physical documents. This provision facilitates government agencies, businesses,
and individuals in securely conducting business over the internet.

2. Digital Signatures (Section 3)


The Act recognizes digital signatures as valid for verifying the authenticity of
electronic documents. It establishes the use of asymmetric cryptography for
generating secure digital signatures and mandates certification authorities for
the issuance of these signatures.

3. Cyber Crime and Offenses (Section 43–47)


The IT Act explicitly defines various types of cybercrimes and their
punishments. Key offenses include:

Hacking (Section 66): Any unauthorized access or damage to a computer


system is termed hacking. This can include corrupting data, spreading viruses,
or destroying information. Punishment includes imprisonment up to three years
and/or a fine.
Data Theft (Section 43): Unauthorized downloading, copying, or extracting data
from a computer or network is a punishable offense. It leads to compensation or
imprisonment of up to three years, with or without a fine.
Identity Theft (Section 66C): Unauthorized use of another person’s identity,
such as passwords, digital signatures, or other identification features, is treated
as identity theft, with a penalty of imprisonment up to three years and a fine.
Cyber Terrorism (Section 66F): Any cyber activity that threatens the unity,
integrity, sovereignty, or security of India, including unauthorized access to
critical information infrastructure, is considered cyber terrorism. It carries
severe punishment, including life imprisonment.
Obscenity and Child Pornography (Section 67, 67B): Publishing or transmitting
obscene material or child pornography in electronic form is a criminal offense.
Section 67 deals with obscene content, while Section 67B specifically addresses
child pornography, imposing strict penalties, including imprisonment and fines.

4. Intermediary Liability (Section 79)


This section deals with the liability of intermediaries such as internet service
providers, social media platforms, and hosting services. The Act provides a
"safe harbor" to intermediaries, which means they will not be held liable for
third-party content if they follow due diligence and comply with legal orders to
remove or block offending content.

5. Privacy and Data Protection (Section 72A)


Section 72A ensures that individuals and organizations that handle personal
information are legally bound to protect it. Unauthorized disclosure or misuse of
personal data results in punishment, including imprisonment of up to three years
or a fine.

6. Cyber Appellate Tribunal (Section 48–64)


The Act establishes the Cyber Appellate Tribunal to handle appeals against
adjudicating officers' decisions related to cybercrime cases. The Tribunal plays a
key role in ensuring a quick resolution of cyber disputes.

Amendments to The IT Act, 2008:

The IT Act was amended in 2008 to address emerging threats in cyberspace,


particularly related to data privacy, cyber terrorism, and identity theft. Key
changes included:
 Introduction of Section 66F for cyber terrorism.
 Addition of Section 67B to deal with child pornography.
 Provision for Data Breach Reporting: The amendment mandated
organizations handling sensitive personal information to report data
breaches.
 Stronger Penalties for Cybercrimes: Increased fines and imprisonment
terms for various offenses under Sections 66 and 67.

Cybercrime Investigation and Enforcement:

The IT Act grants law enforcement agencies the authority to investigate, search,
seize, and prosecute cybercrime offenders. Special cybercrime cells have been
set up in major cities across India to handle complex investigations. The Indian
Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) was established to handle
security breaches and coordinate responses to cybersecurity incidents.

Conclusion:

The Indian IT Act, 2000, is a significant step in providing a legal framework to


regulate digital activities and combat cybercrime. While it has evolved with
amendments to address the growing concerns of cybersecurity, the Act also
highlights the importance of privacy and data protection in the digital age. Its
continued relevance will depend on keeping pace with the rapidly changing
technological landscape and emerging threats in cyberspace.

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