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Information Technology Act, 2000
Learning Objectives
After reading this chapter, you will be able to understand:
- Scope of the Act
- Electronic records and its validity
- Digital signatures
- Authentication of electronic records
- E-governance
- Electronic offences and penalty
17.1 INTRODUCTION
The Information Technology Act is divided into 13 chapters, 94 sections, and 5 schedules.
Chapter 1: Scope and Definitions
Chapter 2: Authentication of Electronic Records Using Digital Signature
Chapter 3: Electronic Governance
Chapter 4: Attribution, Receipt, and Dispatch of Electronic Records
Chapter 5: Secure Electronic Records, and Secure Digital Signature
Chapter 6: Regulation of Certifying Authorities
Chapter 7: Digital Signature Certification
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