In these rules, unless the context otherwise requires-

(ii) "Verify" in relation to a digital signature, electronic record or public key, with its grammatical variations and cognate expressions means to determine whether-

(a) the initial electronic record was affixed with the digital signature by the use of private key corresponding to the public key of the subscriber;

(b) the initial electronic record is retained intact or has been altered since such electronic record was so affixed with the digital signature.

Explanation: - For the purpose of this clause "subscriber" means a person in whose name the digital signature is issued.;