Syllabus: Technology and Defence Source: News on Air Context: Niti Aayog has released a strategic paper on the rapid evolution of quantum computing and its implications on national security in New Delhi. What is Quantum Computing? Quantum computing leverages quantum bits (qubits), which exist in multiple states simultaneously due to superposition and entanglement. Unlike classical …
Context: Spam, officially referred to as Unsolicited Commercial Communications (UCC), has become a persistent issue in India’s telecom industry, leading to increasing public frustration and security risks. About Government Measures to Tackle Spam: Do-Not-Disturb (DND) Registry: Introduced by TRAI in 2007, it allows customers to block commercial calls/messages. Telemarketers violating it face warnings and blacklisting. …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10 December 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: IE Context: Digital fraud in India’s financial sector is rising, with mule accounts aiding cybercrime. To combat this, the RBI has launched MuleHunter.AI, an AI-powered tool developed by its Innovation Hub in Bengaluru. About RBI MuleHunter.AI: What is MuleHunter.AI? Definition: MuleHunter.AI is an AI-driven solution designed to detect and mitigate mule bank accounts effectively. …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 2 December 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Syllabus: Economy Source: PIB Context: Launched in 2016 by NPCI, India’s UPI has revolutionized digital payments, achieving record usage in October 2024 and showcasing India’s digital financial leadership. UPI and Its Unique Features: Round-the-Clock Transactions: Operates 24/7, including holidays, for seamless fund transfers. Single Interface: Integrates multiple bank accounts in one mobile application. Secure Authentication: …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: PIB Context: The Bharat National Cyber Security Exercise (Bharat NCX 2024), aimed at strengthening India’s cybersecurity resilience, was inaugurated by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) in collaboration with Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU). About Bharat National Cyber Security Exercise (Bharat NCX 2024): Ministry/Organization: Organized by National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) in collaboration with Rashtriya …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20 June 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Syllabus: Internal Security: Source: TH Context: India’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, has released the country’s first joint doctrine for cyberspace operations. What is Cyberspace? In military terms, cyberspace refers to the domain where operations involving computers, networks, and electronic systems occur. It encompasses activities such as cyber warfare, cyber defence, …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Internal Security: Cyber attacks Source: IE Context: Apple has been sending automated notifications to individuals worldwide, including many politicians and opposition leaders, alerting them to potential state-sponsored attacks. What is State-Sponsored Cyber Attack? A state-sponsored cyber-attack is a hacking or digital intrusion orchestrated or supported by a government or …
Topic: basics of cyber security. 6. For ‘new India’ to reach greater heights, cyber risks must be identified and managed effectively along with promoting cyber-responsible businesses, government, and citizens. Elucidate. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Live Mint Why the question: In the wee hours of Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Twitter account was hacked …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate. Context: The Interpol has elected Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Special Director Praveen Sinha as a Delegate for Asia in its Executive Committee. About the Interpol Executive Committee: The Executive Committee has 13 members from different countries comprising the …
GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Cybersecurity related issues. Context: The 14th edition of c0c0n, the annual cyber security and hacking conference is being organised by the Kerala Police. At the event, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat has stressed the need for a national framework to thwart cyber attacks that have been on …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate. Context: The Interpol has launched an online campaign to apprise people of major cyberthreats to help them protect their computer systems, networks and personal information from cybercriminals. The three-week campaign, from October 4 to 22, would be run primarily through …
Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security 6. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity can provide robust protection and generate rapid responses to cyberthreats. Discuss the advantages of integrating A.I in cybersecurity. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Live Mint …
Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; 6. Owing to the technological complexity and anonymity associated with social media, it has become a safe haven for cybercrimes. Critically analyse to what extent the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital …
Introduction: Disinformation and cybersecurity threat: Cybersecurity focuses on protecting and defending computer systems, networks, and our digital lives from disruption. Nefarious actors use attacks to compromise confidentiality, the integrity and the availability of IT systems for their benefit. Disinformation is, similarly, an attack and compromise of our cognitive being. Nation-state actors, ideological believers, violent …
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QUESTIONS: 16/11/2013 “There is probably no other example in the history of world development of an economy[India] growing so fast for so long with such limited results in terms of broad-based social progress.” Do you agree with this view? Explain Why? (250 words) Analyze how can countries like India address the challenges and benefit from …
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