Electronic contract and consumer protection issues in India; Emerging legal challenges and remedial measures Dr. Ali Azmat Assistant Professor, Aligarh Muslim University Center, Malappuram Online published on 1 August, 2019. Abstract The present millennium is witnessing a new internet culture, which will change our way of life. The internet has, due to its speed, interactivity and flexibility, tremendous potential to disseminate information beyond the geographical boundaries. Diverse activities are possible over the internet, which might not have even envisioned by its inventors. The process has not yet ended, it is still evolving. The commerce is one of the major areas, which have been impacted by the internet. Efficiency has tremendously been increased, paper work reduced, time lag shortened and expenses lessened. All the facets of the business transaction with which we have been accustomed in physical environment, can be now executed over the internet including, on-line advertising, on-line ordering, publishing, banking, investment, auction and professional services. Although, many advantages offered by the information technology, a number of challenges have been also posed on the existing legal system. Top |