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    Question

    Consider the following statements regarding Section 66C

    (Identity Theft) of the IT Act, 2000: Statement 1: Identity theft covers using another person's identity without authorization through computer resources. Statement 2: Punishment for identity theft can extend to 3 years imprisonment. Statement 3: Using another person's photograph digitally without consent constitutes identity theft. Statement 4: Identity theft is punishable only if it results in financial loss to the victim. Which statements are correct?
    A Statements 1, 2, and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Statements 1 and 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Statements 2 and 4 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Statements 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All statements are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 66C addresses identity theft—Statement 1 is correct. Punishment includes up to 3 years—Statement 2 is correct. Using another's photograph digitally is covered—Statement 3 is correct. Statement 4 is incorrect—actual loss is not required. Statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct.

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