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    Question

    Consider the following statements about electronic

    governance: 1. Legal recognition of electronic records is given only if some other law specifically permits it. 2. Legal recognition of electronic records is provided by Section 4 of the IT Act. 3. Electronic contracts cannot be denied enforceability merely because they were formed through electronic means. Which of the above are correct according to the IT Act, 2000?
    A 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All three Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 4 of the IT Act provides legal recognition to electronic records by stating that information shall not be denied legal effect merely because it is in electronic form. Section 10A further reinforces this by providing that electronic contracts shall not be deemed unenforceable solely because they were formed electronically. Statement 1 is incorrect because legal recognition does not depend on permission under another law. Statements 2 and 3 correctly state the law, making option C correct. 

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