Question

    The Certifying Authority empowered to issue a Digital

    Signature Certificate shall have to procure a license from the ____________ to issue Digital Signature Certificates.
    A Commissioner Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B State government Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Central government Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Controller of Certifying Authority Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Central Government may appoint a Controller of Certifying Authorities after notifying the Official Gazette. They may also appoint Deputy Controllers and Assistant Controllers as it deems fit. (as per s.17 of IT Act 2000). The Controller discharges his responsibilities subject to the general control and also directions of the Central Government. Section 18 of the IT Act 2000 provides for functions of the Controller of Certifying Authority.

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