By refining technologies, improving conviction rates, and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness, central and state authorities can work toward creating a safer digital environment for individuals and businesses. Analyse.

Topic: basics of cyber security

5. By refining technologies, improving conviction rates, and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness, central and state authorities can work toward creating a safer digital environment for individuals and businesses. Analyse.

Difficulty level: Moderate

Reference: Indian Express ,  Insights on India

Why the question:

According to the National Crime Records Bureau, 65,893 cyber crimes were registered across India in 2022, a 24.4 percent increase over 2021.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about India’s cyber security strategy and need for an overall strategy with more emphasis on severe threats and as well adequately addresses mild ones.

Directive word: 

Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: 

Begin by giving statistic highlighting India’s vulnerability to cybercrimes.

Body:

First, write about the various cybercrimes to which India is susceptible. Cite examples.

Next, write about measures required to counter the above in policy making and developing a strategy for various types of cybercrimes.

Conclusion:

Conclude by writing a way forward.