Section 74

Publication for fraudulent purpose.

The Information Technology Act, 2000

  • Act 21 of 2000
  • Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
About this Act

An Act to provide legal recognition for transactions carried out by means of electronic data interchange and other means of electronic communication, commonly referred to as

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    Whoever knowingly creates, publishes or otherwise makes available a 1 [electronic signature] Certificate for any fraudulent or unlawful purpose shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine which may extend to one lakh rupees, or with both.

Notes

1Subs. by Act 10 of 2009, s. 38, for section 77 (w.e.f. 27-10-2009).

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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