Question

Which of the following is NOT a provision of the IT Act 2000?

• A. Legal recognition of electronic records
• B. Provisions for digital signatures
• C. Regulation of cybercrime and penalties
• D. Guidelines for biometric Aadhaar authentication

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Guidelines for biometric Aadhaar authentication

• The Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000, is India's primary law dealing with electronic transactions and cybercrime. While it establishes a legal framework for digital activities, it does not contain the specific guidelines for the Aadhaar system.

• The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) and the process of Aadhaar authentication, including the use of biometrics, are governed by a separate, specific law: the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016.