Question : Government of India has recently issued an orderfor blocking 43 mobile apps. This order has been issued under which act ?
(a) Section 69A of the Information Technology Act
(b) Section 68A of the Information Technology Act
(c) Section 67A of the Information Technology Act
(d)Section 66A of the Information Technology Act
Answer : (a)
Related facts
- GovernmentofIndiahasrecently(November 2020) issuedan orderforblocking43mobileapps.
- TheorderhasbeenissuedunderSection69AoftheInformationTechnologyAct.
Background
- The order was given based on the inputs regarding these apps for engaging in activities which are prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of state and public order.
Role of I4C
- Above mentioned inputs was given by the I4C(Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Center).
- I4C deals with Cybercrime in India, in a coordinated and effective manner.
- It is affiliated to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
Formerly blocked mobile apps —-
| Date | Number of apps |
| 29th June, 2020 | 59 |
| 2nd September, 2020 | 118 |
- Government is committed to protect the interests of citizens and sovereignty and integrity of India on all fronts and it shall take all possible steps to ensure that.
By — Pankaj Pandey.