Question

What is the punishment in India for stealing computer documents, assets or any software’s source code from any organization, individual, or from any other means?

(a) 6 months of imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 50,000

(b) 1 year of imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 100,000

(c) 2 years of imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 250,000

(d) 3 years of imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 500,000

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Answer 1

Right answer is (d) 3 years of imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 500,000

For explanation: The punishment in India for stealing computer documents, assets or any software’s source code from any organization, individual, or from any other means is 3 years of imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 500,000.