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    Question

    Consider the following statements regarding Section 69A

    (Blocking Authority) of the IT Act, 2000: Statement 1: Government can block information from public access without any limitation. Statement 2: Section 69A blocking must follow prescribed procedures and public interest test. Statement 3: Blocked content cannot be challenged before any authority. Statement 4: Section 69A can be used to block information that threatens public order or national security. Which statements are correct?
    A Statements 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Statements 2 and 4 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Statements 1 and 4 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Statements 2, 3, and 4 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All statements are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 69A permits blocking—Statement 1 is partially correct but overstated. Procedures and tests must be followed—Statement 2 is correct. Blocked content can be challenged—Statement 3 is incorrect. Legitimate grounds for blocking include public order—Statement 4 is correct. Statements 2 and 4 are correct.

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