SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 27

SSC GD Constable (English) - 27 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q27

In India, Information Technology Act was passed in the year _______.
 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The Correct answer is option 1 i.e.2000.

  • In India, Information Technology Act was passed in the year 2000.
  • It is the primary law in India dealing with cybercrime and electronic commerce.
  • The main objective of this Act is to carry lawful and trustworthy electronic, digital and online transactions and alleviate or reduce cybercrimes. The IT Act has 13 chapters and 94 sections. The last four sections that starts from Section 91 to Section 94, deals with the revisions to the Indian Penal Code 1860.