Question
Consider the following statements regarding Section 79
(Intermediaries) of the IT Act, 2000: Statement 1: Intermediaries are exempt from liability for content transmitted through their platforms. Statement 2: Intermediaries must implement due diligence to monitor unlawful content. Statement 3: An intermediary loses exemption if they fail to remove unlawful content after notice. Statement 4: Intermediaries include internet service providers, hosting providers, and social media platforms. Which statements are correct?Solution
Section 79 exempts intermediaries under conditions—Statement 1 is correct with caveats. Due diligence is required—Statement 2 is correct. Exemption is lost upon failure to remove—Statement 3 is correct. Intermediaries include listed entities—Statement 4 is correct. All statements are correct.
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