B.Sc. (Information Technology) Sem VI October 2025 Cyber Laws Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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SECTION I - 1. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. List and explain the most significant global crimes committed since the year 2000.
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2. b. Do you agree with the statement: "Section 80 of the IT Act is more a farce than a weapon against cybercrime"? Give reasons.
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3. c. What are the key differences between Cognizable and Non-Cognizable Offences?
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4. d. How does the IT Act 2000 deal with cyber fraud and email abuse?
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5. e. What is Cyber Pornography? Explain briefly.
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6. f. Why does the IT Act allow arrest without a warrant in certain cases?
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SECTION II - 2. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. What is a click-wrap contract? How is it different from a shrink-wrap contract?
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2. b. Discuss Contract Formation under the Indian Contract Act of 1872.
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3. c. How does the misuse of Exclusion clauses in contracts become problematic in the IT world?
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4. d. Write a short note on Foreign Judgements in India.
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5. e. Discuss the challenges in applying jurisdiction laws to cyber contracts.
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6. f. How is the place of cause of action determined in contractual and intellectual property rights (IPR) disputes?
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SECTION III - 3. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. What is Cyber Squatting? Explain how legislative and innovative moves have been used to fight cyber squatters.
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2. b. What are the rules and legal considerations regarding copyright ownership and assignment?
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3. c. Explain the concept of copyright infringement along with the legal remedies and penalties.
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4. d. Critically analyze the battle between freedom and control on the internet with respect to copyright protection.
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5. e. Explain the concept of meta tagging and its misuse in cyberspace.
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6. f. What is meant by computer software piracy?
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SECTION IV - 4. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. What does the term 'Permanent Establishment (PE)' mean in international taxation?
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2. b. How does the United Nations Model Tax Treaty define and treat the concept of a Permanent Establishment?
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3. c. Explain the taxation policies in India.
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4. d. What changes would you suggest to the current Indian taxation framework to better handle cross-border digital services?
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5. e. Discuss the effect of the Internet on the role and responsibilities of customers.
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6. f. What is the role of a tax agent under the Income Tax Act, 1961?
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SECTION V - 5. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. What is meant by an electronic record under Indian law? Explain in detail.
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2. b. Should Indian courts rely solely on digital evidence without requiring physical documentation? Discuss the risks and benefits.
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3. c. What is the difference between 'defect in goods' and 'deficiency in services'?
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4. d. How does the Consumer Protection Act apply to manufacturers, distributors, and retailers?
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5. e. What are Unfair Trade Practices under the Consumer Protection Act? Explain with examples
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6. f. Does the Consumer Protection Act cover cyber consumers? What rights do they have?
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