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The Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act, 2000) is India’s primary law dealing with cyber activities. It provides a legal framework for electronic governance and addresses cybercrimes and electronic commerce. Here’s a structured overview: Overview Enacted: 9 June 2000 Came into force: 17 October 2000 Objective: To give legal recognition to electronic records, digital signatures, and to prevent cybercrimes. Based on: The UNCITRAL Model Law on E-Commerce (1996) . Key Objectives Grant legal recognition to e-documents and digital signatures . Facilitate e-governance and online contracts . Define and penalize cybercrimes . Provide a legal framework for e-commerce transactions. Establish authorities like the Cyber Appellate Tribunal . 📜 Important Provisions 1. Recognition of E-Transactions Sections 4–10A : Recognize electronic records , digital signatures , and electronic contracts as legally valid. 2. Cybercrimes & Offences Section 43 :...