Theme of the Seminar

Telecommunications and Internet Technology is having profound effect on the global trade in goods and services . The global information infrastructure has the potential to revolutionise commerce by dramatically reducing the time and transactional costs. But the consumers as well business undertakings are still very cautious in conducting their businesses over the internet due to the unpredictable legal environment. This is particularly true for international commercial activity, wherein-concerns about enforcement of contracts, liability, intellectual property protection, privacy, security etc. are involved. In addition lack of technical standards,uniformity in laws in many countries on the issues of taxes, duties, types of information to be transmitted, licensing requirements, rate regulations etc are inhibiting the growth and development of global E-Commerce.

The UN Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL)has developed a model law laying rules and norms. It enabled to Validate and Recognize contracts formed through computer internet means, Defines the characteristics of valid Electronic writing records and original documents. Provides Electronic and Digital signatures for legal and commercial purposes and also supports the admission of computer evidence in courts and arbitration proceedings. Central Government has introduced Information Technology Bill 1999 in the last session of the parliament to give effect to the UNCITRAL model law on the subject. The passing of the bill opens immense opportunities for business to be done on Internet. In view of the changing International market scenario A.P.L.S. has organised this seminar to create awareness of the legal issues involved in E-Commerce and prepare the legal fraternity, industry and service sector personnel to take advantage of the business opportunities. The seminar focusses on following topics. Topics of the Seminar 1. E-Commerce Overview - Infrastructure and Security. 2. E-Commerce - Contract Law. 3. Cyber Crimes and Evidentiary issues in E-Commerce. 4. Payment Mechanisms. 5. Case study on E-Com Site , Return on Investment in general. 6.. Panel Discussions.