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Information Technology Act, 2000

Provides legal recognition for electronic transactions, digital signatures, and a framework for cyber offences and intermediary liability.

Versions and amendment history

Original Act, amendments and notices

  1. Original ActVersion 1Current versionLegacy – pending validationIn force · In force from the start · Published 13 Nov 2026

Official text

Verbatim from the Gazette

  1. S. 43A Compensation for failure to protect data

    A body corporate handling sensitive personal data that is negligent in maintaining reasonable security practices is liable to pay damages.

    Obligations under this section

    • Applies to bodies corporate possessing sensitive personal data.
    • Liability arises from negligence causing wrongful loss or gain.
    • Compensation payable to the affected person.

  2. S. 66 Computer-related offences

    Dishonestly or fraudulently doing any act referred to in section 43 is punishable with imprisonment and/or fine.

    Obligations under this section

    • Imprisonment up to 3 years.
    • Fine up to ₹5 lakh.
    • Covers hacking, data theft and unauthorised access.

  3. S. 69A Power to block public access

    The Central Government may direct any agency to block public access to any information through a computer resource in the interest of sovereignty, security or public order.

    Obligations under this section

    • Reasons must be recorded in writing.
    • Procedure governed by Blocking Rules, 2009.
    • Non-compliance by intermediary is punishable.

  4. S. 79 Intermediary liability (Safe Harbour)

    Intermediaries are not liable for third-party information if they observe due diligence and comply with prescribed guidelines.

    Obligations under this section

    • Must not initiate, select receiver of, or modify the transmission.
    • Must observe IT (Intermediary Guidelines) Rules, 2021.
    • Must remove unlawful content on actual knowledge or government order.

Compliance Rules

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