The present scenario
Matrimonial sites come under 'intermediaries' within IT Act 2000. They are responsible for the frauds that are perpetrated through their sites. Matrimonial sites. But these websites has not implied any stringent KYC (Know Your Customer) procedures in place and hence readily accept documents/facts provided by fake profiles, which result in fraud being committed. With the increase in frauds through matrimonial sites, Cyber Law Due Diligence becomes a very important way to put an end to the use of matrimonial and dating sites as means of deception and fraud.
The Information Technology Act, 2000 is the Cyber Law of India that mandates observance of Cyber Law Due Diligence and Internet Intermediary Obligations in India. Cyber Law Due Diligence means taking Proper and Reasonable Care and Caution while dealing with Online/Technological Transactions and Activities.