CY-504-A Cyber Law and Intellectual Property Right - Nov 2023 Question Paper

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1. 7 Marks
   aExamine the need for intellectual property laws in the country like India.
   How to answer

   • Define intellectual property and its types
   • Need: innovation incentive, economic growth, FDI, protection of creators
   • Relevance to India: developing economy, traditional knowledge, IT/pharma sectors
   • Conclude with balance of public interest and rights
2. 7 Marks
   bExplain different types of jurisdiction in cyber space with suitable example.
   How to answer

   • Define jurisdiction in cyber space
   • Types: territorial, personal, subject-matter, long-arm/minimum contacts
   • Explain each with suitable cyber example
   • Issues of cross-border enforcement
3. 7 Marks
   aWhat is the purpose of bankers book Evidence Act? Explain with example.
   How to answer

   • Purpose of Bankers Books Evidence Act, 1891
   • Admissibility of certified copies of bank records
   • Procedure and evidentiary value
   • Illustrate with example of bank statement in court
4. 7 Marks
   bWhat is Digital Rights? What are the ways to protect the digital rights in India?
   How to answer

   • Define digital rights
   • Constitutional and IT Act basis in India
   • Ways to protect: IT Act 2000, copyright, data protection, enforcement agencies
   • Role of judiciary and awareness
5. 7 Marks
   aWhat is the taxation in relation to e-commerce? Explain its issues with help of example.
   How to answer

   • Define e-commerce taxation
   • Issues: jurisdiction, permanent establishment, digital goods valuation
   • Direct vs indirect tax challenges
   • Example of online sale / cross-border service
6. 7 Marks
   bWhat is Section 22 Indian Contract Act case law? Explain with one case study.
   How to answer

   • Explain Section 22 Indian Contract Act context
   • Principle of contingent contracts / relevant case law
   • Facts and ratio of one case study
   • Legal implication
7. 7 Marks
   aExplain the international legal framework on cyber crime.
   How to answer

   • Need for international cooperation in cyber crime
   • Key frameworks: Budapest Convention, UN initiatives, Interpol
   • Mutual legal assistance and extradition
   • Challenges of harmonization
8. 7 Marks
   bExplain Internet Relay Chat (IRC) in detail with some examples.
   How to answer

   • Define IRC and its working architecture
   • Channels, servers, clients and commands
   • Uses and examples
   • Legal / abuse aspects
9. 7 Marks
   aWhat is cyber terrorism? Explain its measures and challenges.
   How to answer

   • Define cyber terrorism and legal definition
   • Measures: IT Act provisions, CERT-In, monitoring
   • Challenges: anonymity, jurisdiction, encryption
   • Preventive strategies
10. 7 Marks
    bExplain about the trademarks and rights arising from trademark registration.
    How to answer

    • Define trademark and registration process
    • Rights conferred: exclusive use, assignment, infringement action
    • Duration, renewal and remedies
    • Relevant Indian Trademark Act provisions
11. 7 Marks
    aExplain trademark infringements with the help of suitable cases.
    How to answer

    • Define trademark infringement
    • Types: direct and indirect infringement
    • Essential conditions with suitable cases
    • Remedies and defences
12. 7 Marks
    bExplain the objectives of the contract Labour Act 1970.
    How to answer

    • Background of Contract Labour Act 1970
    • Objectives: welfare, abolition in certain cases, regulation
    • Key provisions: registration, licensing, amenities
    • Enforcement mechanism
13. 7 Marks
    aExplain the concept of EDI and legal issues related to it.
    How to answer

    • Define EDI and its working
    • Benefits in e-commerce
    • Legal issues: authenticity, admissibility, liability
    • Indian IT Act recognition
14. 7 Marks
    bExplain E-Sign regulations around the world. Also explain how we can obtained E-Sign in India?
    How to answer

    • Overview of E-Sign regulations: US, EU, UNCITRAL model
    • Indian IT Act provisions for digital signature
    • Steps to obtain E-Sign in India via certifying authorities
    • Aadhaar-based e-sign process
15. 14 Marks
    Write a short note on any two:

    1. i)Cyber Tribunal
    2. ii)Reverse Hijacking
    3. iii)Cyber Stalking
    4. iv)Data Protection and Privacy
    How to answer

    • Select any two topics from list
    • For each: definition, legal provision, key features
    • Relevant example or case
    • Significance and challenges