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Under the Information Technology Act, 2000, which of the following acts is a cyber offence of identity theft in business communication?

Fraudulently using another person's password or electronic signature is identity theft under the IT Act, 2000. It involves dishonest use of someone else's unique identification feature. Routine activities like sending letters, agendas or backing up records are lawful business communication and do not amount to this offence.

  1. AFraudulently using another person's password or electronic signatureCorrect
  2. BSending a formal letter on company letterhead
  3. CUsing a company email to share a meeting agenda
  4. DStoring a backup of official records on a secure server

Explanation

Identity theft under the IT Act involves fraudulently or dishonestly using another person's electronic signature, password or other unique identification feature. The other options are ordinary, lawful business activities and involve no dishonest use of another's identity.

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