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The Information Technology Act, 2000

§10Power to make rules by Central Government in respect of electronic signature

The Central Government may, for the purposes of this Act, by rules, prescribe– (a) the type of [electronic signature]; (b) the manner and format in which the [electronic signature] shall be affixed; (c) the manner or procedure which facilitates identification of the person affixing the [electronic signature]; (d) control processes and procedures to ensure adequate integrity, security and confidentiality of electronic records or payments; and (e) any other matter which is necessary to give legal effect to [electronic signatures].

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