Section 30 of ITA, 2000 : Section 30: Certifying Authority To Follow Certain Procedures

Bare Act

Every Certifying Authority shall, -

1. make use of hardware, software and procedures that are secure from intrusion and misuse;
2. provide a reasonable level of reliability in its services which are reasonably suited to the performance of intended functions;
3. adhere to security procedures to ensure that the secrecy and privacy of the electronic signatures are assured;
4. be the repos...

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Simplified Act

Every company that issues digital certificates (Certifying Authority) must:

1. use secure technology and processes to prevent unauthorized access and misuse;
2. ensure that its services are dependable and appropriate for the tasks they're meant to perfo...

Explanation using Example

Let's consider a hypothetical scenario. Imagine a company named SecureSign Inc., which acts as a Certifying Authority under the Information Technology Act, 2000.

1. SecureSign Inc. uses state-of-the-art servers, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems to ensure their hardware and software are secure from any unauthorized access or misuse.
2. The company provides reliable services to its customers, ensuring their electronic signature services work seamlessly for signing documents online, which is the inten...