Module 1 of 8

Foundations of Digital Forensics

Master the fundamental principles of digital forensics, understand the Indian legal framework including IT Act, BNS, BNSS, and BSA, learn evidence handling, chain of custody procedures, and Section 63 BSA certification requirements.

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10-12
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25
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Part 1: Introduction to Digital Forensics
Part 2: Legal Framework in India
Part 3: Digital Evidence Fundamentals
Part 4: Chain of Custody
Part 5: Section 63 BSA Certificate
Learning Objectives

What You Will Learn

By completing this module, you will achieve the following competencies

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Define digital forensics and understand its role in modern investigations

Navigate the Indian legal framework including IT Act 2000, BNS, BNSS, and BSA 2023

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Identify, classify and handle various types of digital evidence

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Implement proper chain of custody procedures for court admissibility

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Prepare legally compliant Section 63 BSA certificates for electronic evidence

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Apply forensic principles to maintain evidence integrity throughout investigation

Module Content

Module Parts

Complete all 5 parts before attempting the module quiz

1

Introduction to Digital Forensics

90-120 minutes

Learn the fundamental concepts of digital forensics, its evolution, core principles, and the role of forensic practitioners in the Indian context. Understand the forensic process lifecycle.

Definition & Scope Historical Evolution Core Principles Forensic Process
2

Legal Framework in India

120-150 minutes

Comprehensive coverage of the Indian legal framework for digital forensics including IT Act 2000, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) 2023.

IT Act 2000 BNS 2023 BNSS 2023 BSA 2023
3

Digital Evidence Fundamentals

90-120 minutes

Deep dive into types of digital evidence, evidence sources, classification, evidence characteristics, and the scientific principles underlying digital evidence handling.

Evidence Types Evidence Sources Classification Characteristics
4

Chain of Custody

90-120 minutes

Master the critical aspects of chain of custody documentation, evidence handling procedures, storage requirements, and maintaining evidence integrity for court admissibility.

Documentation Evidence Handling Storage Procedures Integrity Verification
5

Section 63 BSA Certificate

90-120 minutes

Detailed practical guide on preparing Section 63 BSA certificates for electronic evidence, including templates, requirements, common mistakes, and court presentation guidelines.

Legal Requirements Certificate Format Common Mistakes Court Presentation
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Module 1 Assessment Quiz

25
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40
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70%
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Complete all 5 parts to unlock the module quiz. Test your understanding of digital forensics fundamentals, legal framework, evidence handling, chain of custody, and Section 63 BSA certification.

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