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Section 67C – Preservation And Retention Of Information By Intermediaries

The Information Technology Act, 2000

CHAPTER XI: OFFENCES

Section 67C: Preservation And Retention Of Information By Intermediaries

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(1) Intermediary shall preserve and retain such information as may be specified for such duration and in such manner and format as the Central Government may prescribe.

(2) Any intermediary who intentionally or knowingly contravenes the provisions of sub-section (1) shall be punished with an imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and also be liable to fine.

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Simplified Act

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Explanation using examples

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