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Section 10: Power to make rules by Central Government in respect of electronic signature
Power to make rules by Central Government in respect of [electronic signature].–The Central Government may, for the purposes of this Act, by rules, prescribe–
- (a) the type of [electronic signature];
- (b) the manner and format in which the [electronic signature] shall be affixed;
- (c) the manner or procedure which facilitates identification of the person affixing the [electronic signature];
- (d) control processes and procedures to ensure adequate integrity, security and confidentiality of electronic records or payments; and
- (e) any other matter which is necessary to give legal effect to [electronic signatures].
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