Inviolability means what regarding information?

• A. That all information must be released publicly
• B. That no communicated information will be released beyond the originator's intended expectation
• C. That information may be disclosed to any recipient
• D. That information must be encrypted before release

Answer: (B)

Inviolability of information means it cannot be disclosed beyond the originator’s intended audience. It protects confidentiality by ensuring that data stays within the limits set by the person who sent or created it. Releasing information publicly or to any recipient would violate this principle, and while encryption can help protect data, inviolability doesn’t require encryption in every case—it’s about restricting access to those authorized by the originator.