IT Law and Cyber Crimes Examination Study Material
IT Law: Part I
Multiple Choice Questions
- UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce 1996, Part I consists of how many chapters?
Answer: C. IV (It consists of 4 chapters). - An ______ database includes an event-driven architecture…
Answer: A. Active database - Along with the ______ section of the IT Act 2000, sections 379 and 406 of the Indian Penal Code 1860 are also applicable.
Answer: B. Sec 43 (Specifically Sec 43 read with 66). - Cyber stalking involves:
Answer: B. Harassing someone repeatedly - Which international treaty addresses cybercrime globally?
Answer: B. Budapest Convention - A ______ is a computer expert whose intrinsic curiosity persuades him to break into others’ computers.
Answer: A. Hacker (In a general/academic context; “cracker” implies malicious intent). - How to protect a computer from cyber terrorism?
Answer: D. All the above - Part II of the UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce deals with:
Answer: A. Electronic commerce in specific areas - A good Trademark should possess the following:
Answer: C. Both a and b (Short and satisfies registration requirements). - Computer hacking means:
Answer: D. All the above
Fill in the Blanks
- For sending threatening messages by email, a person is punishable under Section 506 of the IPC.
- For sending defamatory messages by email, a person is punishable under Section 499/500 of the IPC.
- Child Pornography refers to images or films depicting sexually explicit activities involving a child.
- A domain name can be booked for a minimum period of 1 year and a maximum period of 10 years.
- The Indian Copyright Act, 1957 does not have any provisions to check the piracy of foreign works (specifically those not part of international conventions) on the internet.
- Section 51 of the Copyright Act, 1957 lays down the provisions related to the infringement of copyright.
- Cybersquatting (or Brandjacking) is one of the most usual ways of infringing a trademark online.
- A patent is a type of intellectual property.
- Section 43 of the IT Act provides penalties and compensation for damages to computers, computer systems, etc.
- Trademark means a mark capable of being represented graphically and which is capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one person from others.
Key Legal Concepts and Definitions
1. Domain Name
A Domain Name is a unique, human-readable address used to identify a website on the internet (e.g., google.com). It acts as a shortcut to the IP address of the server where the website is hosted, making it easier for users to remember and access sites.
2. Common Cyber Crimes
Cybercrimes involve illegal activities carried out using computers or the internet. Three common examples include:
- Phishing: Deceiving individuals into sharing sensitive information like passwords or credit card numbers.
- Hacking: Gaining unauthorized access to data in a system or computer.
- Cyberstalking: Using the internet or other electronic means to harass or frighten an individual.
3. Electronic Publication (E-Publication)
E-Publication refers to the distribution of text, images, or software in digital form rather than on paper. This includes e-books, digital magazines, online journals, and blogs that can be read on devices like tablets, smartphones, or e-readers.
4. Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA)
A Non-Disclosure Agreement is a legally binding contract that establishes a confidential relationship. The parties involved agree that sensitive information they may share (such as trade secrets or proprietary data) will not be made available to any others.
5. Escrow Agreements
An Escrow Agreement is a legal arrangement where a third party (the escrow agent) temporarily holds money or property until specific conditions of a contract are met. It is commonly used in real estate or online transactions to ensure that both the buyer and seller fulfill their obligations before the exchange is finalized.