Civil Liability in Information Technology Act : Practice MCQ Questions & Answers with Explanations

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Information Technology ActEasyCivil Liability

1.

Section 43 of the Information Technology Act deals with:

A

Criminal liability

B

Civil liability

C

Both the above

D

None of the above

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Correct Answer: B — Civil liability

Explanation:

Section 43 of the IT Act, 2000 deals with civil liability — penalties and compensation for damage to computers and computer systems. Anyone who without permission accesses, downloads data, introduces a virus, or causes denial of access can be liable for a penalty up to ₹1 crore. Activities covered include damaging, disrupting, or denying access to computer systems or networks.