Information Technology Act 2000 — Mains Questions

Critically analyze the evolution of the Information Technology Act, 2000, from an e-commerce facilitator to a comprehensive cyber security legislation. Discuss the constitutional tensions that arose during this transformation, citing relevant judicial pronouncements.

Examine the concept of 'intermediary liability' under the Information Technology Act, 2000. How have the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, impacted the responsibilities and challenges faced by social media platforms in India?

Discuss the significance of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, in the context of the Information Technology Act, 2000. How does this new legislation address the gaps in India's data protection regime and what are its implications for individuals and businesses?