GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT 2000

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the punishment for hacking of computers?
A
Three year imprisonment or 10 lakh rupees penalty or both
B
Life Imprisonment
C
Three year imprisonment or 5 lakh rupees penalty or both
D
Three year imprisonment or 2 lakh rupees penalty or both
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -(2) Whoever commits hacking shall be punished with imprisonment up to three years, or with fine which may extend up to two lakh rupees, or with both.

Detailed explanation-2: -Whoever commits hacking shall be punished with imprisonment upto three years or with fine which may extend to rupees two lakhs or with both. This provision is enshrined in Section 66 of the Act.

Detailed explanation-3: -Imprisonment of 3 years or a fine of Rs. 2 lakhs or both. Offences related to computers or any act mentioned in Section 43. Imprisonment of 3 years or a fine that extends to Rs.

Detailed explanation-4: -The penalty for such acts is imprisonment and fines up to 2 years and Rs. 2000, respectively. The punishment for any of the above crimes may be up to five years of imprisonment and a fine of up to Rs. 5000 for repeat (second-time) offenders.

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