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Law Course Module.xlsx Date of Printing 12/08/18

EEE101 Information and Communication Technology Law

Version School SOL Date of Approval 21-Jul-18
L T P C
2 1 0 3
Total Number of Contact Hours L 30 T 6 P 0
Pre-requisites Indian Penal Code Evidence IT Act
Co-requisites Basic knowledge of technology

1 Students will be able to understand the importance of information technology Laws in the present context.

2 To expose the students about the claims and procedure for the civil wrong and cyber crimes and appropriate punishment thereof with investigation knowledge.
Course Outcomes
3 Students will be able to analyse various lacuna and challenges in the implementation of information technology law in India.

4 Students will be able to understand the concept related to E-commerce and E-governance, digital signatures, E-contracts etc.

1 To impart knowledge of the conceptual and operational framework of the Information Communication Technology law
Course Objectives
2 To acquaint students with the recent challenges and developments in the Information Communication Technology law.

The aim and object of ICT Law is to depart special knowledge about the information and communication technology law to enhance their capacity in the field of ICT Law, of the student of ‘crime and criminology’ group in their honours course of the B.A/BB.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Programme. The subject
Catalog
tries to give them deep and wider knowledge related to information technology law governing at the international and domestic level. It also exposes them about the claims and procedure for the civil wrong, with authorities to decide the dispute concerning computer and information technology
Description
law along with the cyber crimes and appropriate punishment thereof with investigation knowledge. The course will discuss in detail about the types of cyber crimes, evidence, digital signature , e-commerce, e-governance etc.

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1 Law Relating to Computers, Internet and E-Commerce Paperback – 2012 by Nandan Kamath

2 Cyber Law by Anirudh Rastogi

Text Books 3 Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth

4 An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey

5 Cyber Laws by Justice Yatindra Singh

1 A to Z of Cyber Crime book by Asian School of Cyber Laws.

Rachana C. R, The Role of Digital Signatures in Digital Information Management, International Monthly Refereed Journal of Research In Management & Technology ISSN – 2320-0073 Volume II, March’13, Page 103-
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109

3 Nishith Desai Associates, E-Commerce in India, Copyright 2013 Page 5-41

Reference 4 Information Technology and Green Governance in India: Some Legal Perspective, International Journal of Applied Research and Studies ISSN: 2278-9480 Volume 2, Issue 5 (May - 2013) Page 1-8

5 Cyber Laws by Aparna Vishwanathan

6 An Introduction to Cyber Laws by Dr. J P Mishra

7 Krishna Pal Malik, Computer and Information Technology Law, Allahabad Law Agency, 1st Ed. 2010

1 http://www.iibf.org.in/documents/Cyber-Laws-chapter-in-Legal-Aspects-Book.pdf

2 http://www.cyberpolicebangalore.nic.in/pdf/Cyber%20law%20IPC.pdf

3 http://osou.ac.in/eresources/introduction-to-indian-cyber-law.pdf

Online resources 4 https://www.india.gov.in/

5 https://rtionline.gov.in/

6 https://www.csc.gov.in/

7 http://meity.gov.in/content/state-wide-area-network-swan

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EEE101 Information and Communication Technology Law

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1 Shreya Singhal v. Union of India (2015 SC)
2 Hasbro, Inc. v. Internet entertainment group, Ltd (1996 U.S Dist)
3 K. Ramajayam @ Appu vs The Inspector Of Police (2016 MAD HC)
4 Syed Asifuddin and ors. V. The State of Andra Pradesh (2005 CrLJ 4314)
5 Poona Auto Ancillaries Pvt. Ltd., Pune v Punjab National Bank, HO New Delhi and Others
6 Bhim Sen Garg v. State of Rajasthan and Others (2006 CrLJ 3643)
7 A Shankar v. State Rep. (2010 Mad. HC)
8 Avnish Bajaj v. State (2005 Delhi HC) (Bazee.com case)
9 Dr. L Prakash v. State of Tamil Nadu (2002 Mad. HC)
Case Laws
10 Kent RO Systems Ltd. And Anr v. Amit Kotak and Ors. (2017 Delhi HC)
11 Anvar P.V vs P.K.Basheer & Ors ( 2014 SC)
12 Harpal Singh v. State of Punjab (2016 SC)
13 Preeti Jain v. Kunal Jain and Anr (2016 Raj HC)
14 Ankur Chawla v. CBI (2012 Delhi HC)
15 S K Saini and Ors. V. CBI (2015 Delhi HC)
16 Raj Kumar v.State (2016 Delhi HC)
17 Shamsher Singh Verma v. State of Haryana (2015 SC)
18 X v. Z (2015 Delhi HC)
19 R M Malkhani v. State (1973 SC)
Introduction to Information Technology and Cyber Laws Number of Lecture Hours 6
• Concept of Information Technology and Cyber law
• Evolution of Cyber Law: Cyberspace, needs to control it
• Early Cyber Laws: The Computer Misuse Act, 1990 of Great Britain
Unit 1
• Uniform International Standards for Cyber Law: UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce, 1996
• India’s First Cyber Law: The Information Technology Act, 2000
• Important Definitions under Information Technology Act,2000
• Digital signature and Electronic Signature
PPT Lecture Blended Learning Discussion
Pedagogy tools
Cyber Crimes Number of Lecture Hours 10

• Meaning, Nature and Scope of Cyber-Crime

• Types of cyber crimes

Cyber Contraventions and Cyber Offences under the IT Act

• Section 43: Penalty and Compensation for Damage to Computer,
Computer System, etc
• Section 43A: Compensation for failure to protect data
• Section 44: Penalty for failure to furnish information, return, etc
• Section 45- Residuary Penalty

Offences
• Section 65: Tampering with Computer Source Documents
Unit 2 • Section 66: Computer Related Offences
• Section 66A: Punishment for sending offensive messages through communication service, etc (Repealed)
• Section 66B: Punishment for dishonestly receiving stolen computer resource or communication device
• 66C- Punishment for identity theft
• 66D: Punishment for cheating by personation by using computer resource
• Section 66E- Violation of Privacy
• Cyber terrorism
• Publishing or transmitting obscene material or material containing sexually explicit act, etc.
• Material ‘depicting’ children

Adjudication under the IT Act

• Cyber Appellate Tribunal
• Composition, Qualifications, Procedure and Power
• Appeal to Cyber Regulations Appellate Tribunal
• Appeal to High court
PPT Lecture Blended Learning Case Study
Pedagogy tools

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Pedagogy tools
Discussion
Law relating to Electronic Evidence Number of Lecture Hours 10

• Recognition of Electronic Documents

• Legal Recognition under the Model Law
• Legal Recognition under the IT Act
• Admissibility of Electronic Evidence
• Admissibility of Electronic Evidence prior to the IT Act: Tape Recorded Conversations
• Electronic Evidence as Documentary Evidence under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872
• Admissibility of Electronic Records
Unit 3 • Proof of Digital Signature

Presumptions under the Evidence Act

• Section 81A of Indian Evidence Act: Presumption as to Gazettes in electronic forms
• Section 85A of Indian Evidence Act: Presumption as to electronic agreements
• Section 85B of Indian Evidence Act: Presumption as to electronic record and digital signatures
• Section 85C of Indian Evidence Act: Presumption as to Digital Signature Certificates
• Section 88A of Indian Evidence Act: Presumption as to electronic messages
• Section 90A of Indian Evidence Act: Presumption as to electronic records five year old
PPT Lecture Blended Learning Case Study
Pedagogy tools
Discussion
E-Commerce and E-Governance Number of Lecture Hours 10

• Meaning of e-commerce and e-governance

• Advantages and Disadvantages of e-commerce
• E-Governance Provisions under the IT Act

Some E-Governance Initiatives in India

• National Portal of India
Unit 4 • RTI Portal
• Common Service Centres
• SWAN Scheme

E-contracts
• Types of E-Contracts
• Regulation of E-Contract
• Recognition of E-Contracts under IT Act
• Attribution, Acknowledgement and Dispatch of Electronic Records
PPT Lecture Blended Learning Discussion
Pedagogy tools

Components Term End Examination Internal Examination

Internal Assignment
(Workshop report +
Individual report)

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To expose the students about the claims and procedure for the civil wrong and cyber crimes and appropriate punishment thereof with investigation knowledge. 2 3 4
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Students will be able to analyse various lacuna and challenges in the implementation of information technology law in India. 4
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Students will be able to understand the concept related to E-commerce and E-governance, digital signatures, E-contracts etc. 2
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Instructional Plan 1/4
Topics to be discussed Pedagogy Approach Readings Activities CO
Concept of Information Technology and Cyber law Cyber Law by Anirudh Rastogi 1
Evolution of Cyber Law: Cyberspace, needs to control it Cyber Law by Anirudh Rastogi 1
Early Cyber Laws: The Computer Misuse Act, 1990 of Great Britain Cyber Law by Anirudh Rastogi 1
Unit 1

Uniform International Standards for Cyber Law: UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce, 1996 Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth quiz 1
India’s First Cyber Law: The Information Technology Act, 2000 An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey 1
Important Definitions under Information Technology Act,2000 An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey quiz 1
Digital signature and Electronic Signature An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey practical 4
Domain Name Dispute Resolution
Instructional Plan 2/4
Topics to be discussed Pedagogy Approach Readings Activities CO
Meaning, Nature and Scope of Cyber-Crime An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey 2
Types of cyber crimes A to Z of Cyber Crime book by Asian School of Cyber Laws. practical 2
Cyber Contraventions and Cyber Offences under the IT Act An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey 2
Offences An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey quiz 2
Unit 2

Section 66E- Violation of Privacy Cyber Laws by Justice Yatindra Singh discussion 2
Cyber terrorism Cyber Laws by Aparna Vishwanathan discussion 2
Publishing or transmitting obscene material or material containing sexually explicit act, etc. An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey 2
Material ‘depicting’ children Cyber Laws by Justice Yatindra Singh 2
Adjudication under the IT Act Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth quiz 2
Instructional Plan 3/4
Topics to be discussed Pedagogy Approach Readings Activities CO
Recognition of Electronic Documents Cyber Laws by Aparna Vishwanathan 3
Legal Recognition under the Model Law An Introduction to Cyber Laws by Dr. J P Mishra 3
Legal Recognition under the IT Act An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey 3
Admissibility of Electronic Evidence Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth 3
Unit 3

Admissibility of Electronic Evidence prior to the IT Act: Tape Recorded Conversations Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth 3
Electronic Evidence as Documentary Evidence under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth quiz 3
Admissibility of Electronic Records Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth discussion 3
Proof of Digital Signature Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth practical 3
Presumptions under the Evidence Act Computers, Internet and New Technology Laws by Karnika Seth class test 3
Instructional Plan 4/4
Topics to be discussed Pedagogy Approach Readings Activities CO
Meaning of e-commerce and e-governance An Introduction to Cyber Laws by Dr. J P Mishra 4
Advantages and Disadvantages of e-commerce Cyber Laws by Aparna Vishwanathan discussion 4
E-Governance Provisions under the IT Act An Introduction to Cyber Laws by Dr. J P Mishra 4
Some E-Governance Initiatives in India
• National Portal of India https://www.india.gov.in/
• RTI Portal https://rtionline.gov.in/
Unit 4

• Common Service Centres https://www.csc.gov.in/

• SWAN Scheme http://meity.gov.in/content/state-wide-area-network-swan Practical 4
E-contracts An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey 4
Types of E-Contracts An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey quiz 4
Regulation of E-Contract An Introduction to cyber laws and cyber crime by Prof. R. K. Chaubey 4
Recognition of E-Contracts under IT Act An Introduction to Cyber Laws by Dr. J P Mishra quiz 4
Attribution, Acknowledgement and Dispatch of Electronic Records Cyber Laws by Justice Yatindra Singh practical 4

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School of Law
End Term Examination (ETE), May-2018, Semester, 2017-18
[Programme:BAL/BBL] [Semester: 7th] [Batch: 4th yr]
Course Title: Information and Communication Technology Law Max Marks: 100

Course Code: BAL717CR/BBL717CR/LLB237CR Time: 3 Hrs.

1 All questions are compulsory.

Instructions:
2 Assume missing data suitably, if any.
3

1 Explain the concept of CERT. CO2 5

2 Explain the concept of Cyber stalking. CO2 5

3 Explain digital signature and electroinic signature. CO1 5

4 Discuss in brief the Uniform International Standards for Cyber Law laid down in UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce, 1996. CO1 5

5 Critically analyze the admisibility of electronic evidences under Indian Evidence Act, 1882. Discuss whether facebook messages can be admissible as evidence in a court of law. CO3 20

6 Discuss some of the recent E-governance initiatives by Indian government. CO4 10

7 Describe the concept of e-commerce and examine the advantages and disadvantages of e-commerce. CO4 10

8 In Hasbro, Inc. v. Internet entertainment group, Ltd (1996 U.S Dist) the court issued an order prohibiting the one party from using the domain name. Keeping in mind the above case discuss domain name dispute and why protecting domain name is important for a business. CO1 20

Xixcus” posted obscene, defamatory and annoying message about a divorcee woman in the Yahoo message group. E-mails were forwarded to the victim for information by the accused through a false e- mail account opened by him in the name of the victim. These postings resulted in annoying phone
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calls to the lady. Discuss the crime committed by “Xixcus” and with help of cases decided maximum punishment what “Xixcus” can get in this case.

Table1: Distribution of questions & marks among the Modules of syllabus

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Module COs Knowledge level POs Questions Numbers Total Marks
1 1 1 K2 1 1 3 4 8 30
2 2 2 K2 1 2 1 2 9 30
3 3 K4 2 5 20
4 4 4 K2 1 1 6 7 20
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School of Law
Continuous Assessment Test (CAT), May-2018, Semester: Winter, 2017-18
[Programme:BAL/BBL] [Semester: 7th] [Batch: 4th yr]
Course Title: #REF! Max Marks: 50
Course Code: #REF! Time: 90 min
1 All questions are compulsory.
Instructions: 2 Assume missing data suitably, if any.
3
1 What do you mean by Email Spoofing? Explain by citing illustrations. CO2 5

2 Differentiate between Cyber Crime and Conventional Crime. CO2 5

3 Describe various characteristics of Cyber Crime? CO2 5

4 Discuss the evolution of cyber laws and its need in the present emerging cyber world. CO1 10

5 Distinguish between Digital Signature and Electronic Signature. Compare the functional aspect of the two in providing authenticity in the anonymous web-world. CO1 10

Discuss in detail the data-related crimes along by citing illustrations and also the below mentioned problems.
In this problem, Nissan (defendant) used his surname “Nissan” as a trade name for various businesses since 1995. In 2002, he formed Nissan Computer Corporation and registered the domain name “nissan.com” in 2005 and “nissan.net” in 2008. Both these websites were offering computer related
services. In 2010 plaintiff Nissan Motor Co sent a letter to defendant containing the objection raised for the use of word “Nissan” in its domain name but no further action was taken at that time. In August 2013, defendant modified its website to include “Nissan computer” logo which was identical to
6 CO2 15
plaintiff logo and also included various banner advertisements linking to number of automobile related websites.
Explain the liability of the defendant in this case under Indian Penal Code 1860 and Information Technology Act 2000.

Instructions:
1 Only 5 questions are to be asked in CAT.
2 Question 1 can be divided into subparts, but all subparts should map same CO.
3 An alternative question will be asked in question number 4 with OR option with the same serial number and alternative question must map with same CO
4 The two tables given below must be filled by the paper setter.
Table 1
Unit Questions Numbers Total Marks
1 1, 2, 3, 6 30
2 4, 5 20
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Table 2
Knowledge level Questions Numbers COs Total Marks
K2 1,3,4 CO1 20
K3 6 CO2 15
K4 2, 5 CO1, CO2 15

1 Type the questions into this template and RENAME THE FILE with the subject code and date in the format ECE101_YYMMDD
2 Unit/chapter number can be considered for the syllabus if the same are not in modular form.
3 Font to be used for CAT is “Times New Roman” and the text size is 11.

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Evaluation of Other Component

Workshop

Basic requirements:
i. Group of 5 students. (Team Building Exercise)
ii. Workshop in an Institution, College, University, School, etc. (Spreading the name of School of law, Galgotias University at other places)
iii. Minimum audience of 50 people required. (Organizational Skills)
iv. Submission of photos and videos of the workshop mandatory. (Proof of role of every member of the group in conducting the Workshop)
v. No leave from classes for Workshop related work except on the day of the Workshop. (Use Sundays and Mondays)

Marks allocation and Criteria of evaluation:

• Workshop (20 marks)
o Workshop Report (10 marks)
• Quality and Coverage of Content in the Detailed Workshop Report (5 marks)
• PPT and Presentation style (2 marks)
• Role Played by each member in organizing and conducting the Workshop (mark)
• Submission of Photos of Workshop (1 mark)
• Submission of Video CD of Workshop (1 mark)
o Individual Report (5 marks)
• Individual Assessment and Observation Report
• Social and Legal Awareness Impact
• Individual views of the impact made by the workshop on the audience
o Viva (5 marks)

Submission Timeline:
• Creation of groups and Submission of names of group members – 3rd August 2018
• Submission and Approval of Workshop Topics – 10th August 2018
• Submission and Approval of PPT’s – 21st August 2018
• Submission of Final Workshop Report – 5th October 2018
• Submission of Individual analysis and observation Report – 16th October 2018
• Individual Viva – 25th October 2018

Pedagogy of Teaching:
• Lecture Method
• PPT’s
• Blended Learning
• Discussions
• Case Study

Contact Timing: 9:30 to 12:30 Tuesday to Thursday

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Pedagogy
Instructional Plan 1/4
Topics to be discussed Pedagogy Approach
Concept of Information Technology and Cyber law Lecture
Evolution of Cyber Law: Cyberspace, needs to control it Discussion
Early Cyber Laws: The Computer Misuse Act, 1990 of Great Britain PPT
Unit 1

Uniform International Standards for Cyber Law: UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Commerce, 1996 Lecture
India’s First Cyber Law: The Information Technology Act, 2000 Lecture
Important Definitions under Information Technology Act,2000 Lecture
Digital signature and Electronic Signature Blended Learning
Domain Name Dispute Resolution PPT
Instructional Plan 2/4
Topics to be discussed Pedagogy Approach
Meaning, Nature and Scope of Cyber-Crime Lecture
Types of cyber crimes Blended Learning
Cyber Contraventions and Cyber Offences under the IT Act Lecture
Offences PPT
Unit 2

Section 66E- Violation of Privacy Case Study

Cyber terrorism PPT
Publishing or transmitting obscene material or material containing sexually explicit act, etc. Discussion
Material ‘depicting’ children Lecture
Adjudication under the IT Act Lecture
Instructional Plan 3/4
Topics to be discussed Pedagogy Approach
Recognition of Electronic Documents Blended Learning
Legal Recognition under the Model Law Lecture
Legal Recognition under the IT Act Lecture
Admissibility of Electronic Evidence Discussion
Unit 3

Admissibility of Electronic Evidence prior to the IT Act: Tape Recorded Conversations Lecture
Electronic Evidence as Documentary Evidence under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 Lecture and Case Study
Admissibility of Electronic Records Blended Learning
Proof of Digital Signature Blended Learning
Presumptions under the Evidence Act Lecture and Case Study
Instructional Plan 4/4
Topics to be discussed Pedagogy Approach
Meaning of e-commerce and e-governance Lecture
Advantages and Disadvantages of e-commerce Discussion
E-Governance Provisions under the IT Act Lecture
Some E-Governance Initiatives in India
• National Portal of India
• RTI Portal Blended Learning
Unit 4

• Common Service Centres

• SWAN Scheme
E-contracts Blended Learning
Types of E-Contracts PPT
Regulation of E-Contract Discussion
Recognition of E-Contracts under IT Act Lecture
Attribution, Acknowledgement and Dispatch of Electronic Records Blended Learning

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