The Information Technology Act, 2000
(IT Act 2000)
Factors to be taken into account by the adjudicating officer.
Chapter 9: PENALTIES, COMPENSATION AND ADJUDICATION
Section: 47
While adjudging the quantum of compensation under this Chapter, the adjudicating officer shall have due regard to the following factors, namely:—
(a) the amount of gain of unfair advantage, wherever quantifiable, made as a result of the default;
(b) the amount of loss caused to any person as a result of the default;
(c) the repetitive nature of the default.
