AIBE XIX 2024 Set A Question 75

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Question 75 of 100 AIBE XIX 2024 Set A

Malti, a small business owner, runs an online clothing store. Recently, she noticed that her website had been hacked, and her customers' personal information, including names, addresses, and payment details, was stolen. Shortly after, some of her customers reported unauthorized transactions on their accounts. Malti wishes to file a complaint against the incident. On the basis of the above problem select the correct option.

A It is punishable under Section 66 of the Information Technology Act, 2000. Official answer
B It is punishable only under the criminal laws.
C It is punishable under Section 66 of the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the customers can also claim the compensation under certain circumstances. Official answer
D The customers do not have any legal remedy under the Information Technology Act, 2000.

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Official answer: A or C

A. It is punishable under Section 66 of the Information Technology Act, 2000.
C. It is punishable under Section 66 of the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the customers can also claim the compensation under certain circumstances.

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