ELECTRONIC CONTRACTS IN CORPORATE TRANSACTION IN INDIA
AUTHOR – PRANJAL PARASHAR, ADVOCATE & STUDENT AT AMITY UNIVERSITY
BEST CITATION – PRANJAL PARASHAR, ELECTRONIC CONTRACTS IN CORPORATE TRANSACTION IN INDIA, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 6 (7) OF 2026, PG. 45-54, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.
This study examines the concept, development, and legal dimensions of electronic contracts in India, with particular emphasis on their role in corporate transactions.
It begins by exploring the theoretical foundations, nature, and evolution of electronic contracts, followed by an analysis of their application in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, share transfers, and other corporate activities.
The research then evaluates the legal framework governing electronic contracts under the Information Technology Act, Indian Contract Act, Evidence Act, Companies Act, and SEBI regulations.
It further discusses issues of validity, enforceability, authentication, digital signatures, and evidentiary value.
The study also critically reviews judicial approaches and emerging challenges, including cybersecurity and jurisdictional concerns.
Finally, it presents findings and offers suggestions for legal and regulatory reforms to strengthen the framework of corporate electronic contracting in India.
Keywords: Electronic Contracts in Corporate Transactions in India, Digital Corporate Contracts in India, Electronic Agreements under Corporate Indian Law