Topic: Internal Security
Q5. Cyber sabotage targeting critical infrastructure is emerging as a grave internal threat. Analyse the risks to India’s energy grids and communication networks. Discuss institutional safeguards needed. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question
Increasing incidents of cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure like power grids and communication networks, highlighting internal security vulnerabilities.Key demand of the question
The question demands analysing risks posed by cyber sabotage specifically to India’s energy grids and communication networks, and suggesting institutional safeguards to strengthen cyber resilience.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Briefly mention India’s growing digital dependence making critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyber threats.Body
- Risks to energy grids: Highlight how cyber sabotage can disrupt grid operations and cause widespread blackout risks.
- Risks to communication networks: Point out risks to emergency communication, sensitive data breaches, and misinformation spread.
- Institutional safeguards needed: Suggest legal, policy, technological, and international collaboration measures for cyber resilience.
Conclusion
End with a forward-looking statement on the urgency of securing critical infrastructure for national security.
