UPSC Prelims 2019 · Question 44 of 99

UPSC Prelims 2019 question on Digital Signature

Consider the following statements:
A digital signature is

1. an electronic record that identifies the certifying authority issuing it

2. used to serve as a proof of identity of an individual to access information or serve on Internet

3. an electronic method of signing an electronic document and ensuring that the original content is unchanged

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3

Verdict

All three statements are correct → Option (d).

Statement by statement

Statement 1 – CORRECT: Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) are the digital equivalent of physical or paper certificates. They identify the certifying authority issuing them. Examples of physical certificates are drivers' licenses, passports or membership cards.

Statement 2 – CORRECT: Certificates serve as a proof of identity of an individual for a certain purpose. A digital certificate can be presented electronically to prove your identity, to access information or services on the Internet.

Statement 3 – CORRECT: A digital signature is an electronic method of signing an electronic document and ensuring that the original content is unchanged, and also to sign certain documents digitally.

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