<h1>Digital Signatures Streamline Company Incorporation: SPICe e-Form (INC-32) Launched; False Declarations Punishable u/s 448.</h1> The Ministry of Corporate Affairs introduced the SPICe e-form (INC-32) in October 2016 to streamline company incorporation electronically. The initiative has received positive feedback from stakeholders. Digital signatures now replace ink signatures in linked forms like the Memorandum and Articles of Association. Professionals such as advocates or accountants verify and certify the authenticity of submitted information, which they digitally sign before submission. Directors or managers must also confirm compliance with the Companies Act. False declarations are punishable under section 448 of the Act. Guidance materials, including an instruction kit and FAQs, are available on the Ministry's website.