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It requires companies to take permission from users before collecting or using their personal
information.

It allows people to seek compensation if their personal data is misused or damaged.

It enables the Government of India to punish cybercrimes such as hacking and spreading
computer viruses.

Objectives of the IT Act 2000

The main goals of the IT Act 2000 are to prevent cybercrimes and support secure digital transactions
by setting clear rules for using the Internet. The following are the objectives of the IT Act:

To promote smooth and safe delivery of online government services and digital transactions.
To discourage cybercrimes by imposing penalties for offences like hacking, identity theft and
data theft.

To set rules and regulations for safe and responsible use of the Internet.

To support growth and innovation in India’s information technology sector.

Important Cybercrime Issues

The IT Act addresses several critical issues related to cybercrime, aiming to protect individuals
and organisations from digital harm. The following sections highlight key areas of concern in the
digital world:

Identity Theft Breach of Confidentiality
Pretending to be Sharing someone’s private
someone else online information online without
or using their personal permission.
details without.

Privacy Violation Unauthorised Access
Using someone’s personal Using or entering someone’s
information without their computer, device or data
consent or invading their without permission.
privacy online.

Obscene Material Cybercrime
Posting or sharing Any crime done
indecent or offensive using the Internet or
content on the Internet. technology, such as
hacking or online fraud.

Child-Related Material
Creating or sharing
content that harms or
exploits children online.

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