Certified Information Privacy Professional – Asia (CIPP/A) — Question 70

In 2015, Section 66A of India's IT Act was ruled unconstitutional.
What did this section previously prohibit?

Answer options

• A. Publishing images with sexually explicit content.
• B. Tampering with computer source documents.
• C. Publishing private images of others.
• D. Sending offensive messages.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as Section 66A specifically addressed the prohibition of sending offensive messages through communication services. Options A, B, and C refer to other acts that were not covered by this specific section, focusing on different types of content and actions.