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    Question

    Under the Information Technology Act, 2005, the maximum

    punishment for "Cyber Terrorism" (Section 66F) is:
    A Imprisonment up to 3 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Fine up to ₹5 lakhs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Life imprisonment or fine up to ₹10 lakhs or both Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Imprisonment up to 7 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Imprisonment up to 10 years with fine up to ₹25 lakhs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 66F of the IT Act, 2005, defines cyber terrorism as using computer resources to threaten or disrupt India's sovereignty, integrity, defense, or security, or endangering people's lives. The punishment is life imprisonment or fine extending to ₹10 lakhs or both the most severe under the Act. This reflects the gravity of threats to national security via cyber means. Section 66 (hacking) provides lower penalties (3 years/₹5 lakhs).

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