Master of Law (LL.M.) Group 3 Law of Intellectual Property and Information Technology Information Technology Cyber Laws 2015 Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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SECTION I - QP Code 27232, printer's form BB-Con. 4117-15, the first paper on the scan, seven questions 100 Marks

1. 1. What were the key amendements brought by Information Technology (Amendment) Act, 2008 in Indian information technology law? What was the purpose of these amendements? 25 marks
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2. 2. Explain the provisions of Information Technology Act, 2000 relating to the following cyber crimes 25 marks
   • (a) Hacking
   • (b) Source code tampering
   • (c) Publishing obscene information in electronic form
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3. 3. Explain the provisions relating to establishment, composition, jurisdiction and powers of Cyber Appelate Tribunal. 25 marks
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4. 4. Explain the provisions of Information Technology Act, 2000 relating to the following offences - 25 marks
   • (a) Breach of confidentiality & privacy
   • (b) Disclosure of information in breach of lawful contract
   • (c) Violation of privacy
   • (d) Identify theft
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5. 5. How can intellectual property rights regime be utilized for protection of software programs? Explain how patent, copyright & trademark can be used for the same. 25 marks
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6. 6. Explain how UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic commerce encourages harmonization of laws relating e-commerce across borders. What are the benefits of such harmonization? 25 marks
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7. 7. Write short notes on the following : 25 marks
   • (a) Difference between Electronic & Digital signature
   • (b) Electronic contract
   • (c) Electronic governance
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SECTION II - QP Code 15884, printer's form BB-Con. 8193-15, the second paper on the scan, seven questions 100 Marks

1. 1. What is meant by the term 'Information Technology'? What are the benefits of its application and use? Explain the terms. 'computer' and 'computer network' as defined in Information Technology Act, 2000. 25 marks
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2. 2. Explain the provisions of Information Technology Act, 2000 relating to the following cyber crimes - 25 marks
   • (a) Hacking
   • (b) Source - code tampering
   • (c) Publishing obscene information in electronic form
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3. 3. What is electronic signature? How is it different from Digital signature? Explain the difference between public key and private key encryption. What advantages does public key encryption hold over private key encryption? 25 marks
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4. 4. What is cyber - terrorism? What can be its possible forms and implications? Explain the provisions of Information Technology Act, 2000 regarding this offence. 25 marks
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5. 5. Who are 'Intermediaries' under Information Technology Act, 2000? Under what circumstances are they liable to be prosecuted for offences commited under the Act? 25 marks
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6. 6. Explain the provisions relating to establishment, composition, jurisdiction & powers of Cyber Appellate Tribunal. 25 marks
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7. 7. Write short notes on the following - 25 marks
   • (i) Information Security
   • (ii) Copyright in computer program
   • (iii) Electronic contract
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