September 12, 2026

Section 68. Power of Controller to give directions – Information Technology Act, 2000

Chapter XI – Offences
Information Technology Act, 2000

68. Power of Controller to give directions

(1) The Controller may, by order, direct a Certifying Authority or any employee of such Authority to take such measures or cease carrying on such activities as specified in the order if those are necessary to ensure compliance with the provisions of this Act, rules or any regulations made thereunder.

(2) Any person who intentionally or knowingly fails to comply with any order under sub-section (1) shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable to penalty which may extend to twenty-five lakh rupees.