# The Information Technology Act, 2000, Section 47: Factors to be taken into account by the adjudicating officer

- Act: The Information Technology Act, 2000 (Act 21 of 2000)
- In force from: 2000-10-17
- Ministry: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/it-act/section/47/

## Text

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.

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