India Exam Junction
[Election Kanungo Sept, 2021]
18. Which one of the following statements is not correct for digital signature?
It is a mechanism for authentication.
It cannot be duplicated.
It is created by encrypting information
It is scanned image of one's signature.
Correct Answer :
It is scanned image of one's signature.
Solution
A digital signature is not a scanned image of a signature but a cryptographic method used for authentication and ensuring the integrity of digital documents. It is created by encrypting information with a private key and cannot be easily duplicated, making it highly secure.