Topic: Security challenges and their management(Cybercrimes)
6. The gaps in an intrusive surveillance framework are causing severe harm to India’s democratic ideals. Critically analyze
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
A leading digital news platform reported that the cellphones of at least 300 Indians had been hacked with Pegasus spyware
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the gaps in the India’s surveillance framework and how it impacts India’s democractic system.
Directive:
Critically analyze – When asked to critically analyze , you must write pros and cons associated with that
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by introducing the recent issues and cases of surveillance in India.
Body:
First, what are the gaps in the India’s surveillance framework.
Next, write about its impact (esp on India’s democracy, people’s rights etc.)
Next, give some examples of steps taken by India and other countries.
Next, suggest more measures that are needed
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
