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MCQs with answers on “India’s Cybersecurity Challenges in the Digital Age”
1. Which of the following is the primary agency responsible for implementing cybersecurity in India?
A) National Security Council
B) National Cyber Security Coordinator
C) Ministry of Information Technology
D) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)
Answer: D) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)
2. Which act governs the legal framework for cybersecurity in India?
A) Indian Penal Code (IPC)
B) Information Technology Act, 2000
C) Cybersecurity Act, 2017
D) Digital India Act, 2015
Answer: B) Information Technology Act, 2000
3. What is the main objective of the ‘Digital India’ initiative in relation to cybersecurity?
A) Promoting e-governance
B) Ensuring secure digital infrastructure
C) Protecting critical infrastructure
D) Enhancing cybercrime penalties
Answer: B) Ensuring secure digital infrastructure
4. Which of the following cyber threats is commonly associated with stealing sensitive data like credit card numbers?
A) Malware
B) Phishing
C) Ransomware
D) Denial-of-service (DoS)
Answer: B) Phishing
5. What is the full form of CERT-In?
A) Central Electronic Resource Tracking – India
B) Cyber Emergency Response Team – India
C) Computer Emergency Response Team – India
D) Critical Infrastructure Response Team – India
Answer: C) Computer Emergency Response Team – India
6. Which of the following is the main goal of India’s National Cybersecurity Policy (2013)?
A) Creating a secure and resilient cyberspace
B) Enhancing cybercrime law enforcement
C) Promoting digital literacy
D) Expanding internet accessibility in rural areas
Answer: A) Creating a secure and resilient cyberspace
7. Which of the following is the major concern of cybersecurity in India?
A) Secure internet bandwidth
B) Limited cybersecurity awareness
C) Lack of international cooperation
D) Insufficient legal frameworks
Answer: B) Limited cybersecurity awareness
8. Which of the following sectors is most vulnerable to cyber-attacks in India?
A) Agriculture
B) Financial Sector
C) Tourism
D) Education
Answer: B) Financial Sector
9. The term “Advanced Persistent Threats” (APT) is most closely related to which of the following?
A) Phishing Attacks
B) Targeted Cyber Attacks
C) Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS)
D) Ransomware
Answer: B) Targeted Cyber Attacks
10. Which government initiative aims to provide education and awareness regarding cybersecurity?
A) Cyber Swachhta Kendra
B) National e-Governance Plan
C) Digital Literacy Mission
D) Make in India
Answer: A) Cyber Swachhta Kendra
11. Which of the following is NOT a challenge related to India’s cybersecurity infrastructure?
A) Lack of skilled cybersecurity professionals
B) Growing number of cyber threats
C) Weak cyber laws
D) High-speed internet infrastructure
Answer: D) High-speed internet infrastructure
12. What is the primary focus of the ‘Cyber Surakshit Bharat’ initiative?
A) To enhance India’s military capabilities in cyberspace
B) To provide free cybersecurity services to citizens
C) To create cybersecurity awareness among government officials
D) To regulate the use of social media
Answer: C) To create cybersecurity awareness among government officials
13. Which international body does India collaborate with to address global cybersecurity issues?
A) United Nations
B) Interpol
C) ASEAN
D) Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)
Answer: A) United Nations
14. Which technology has the potential to increase the risk of cyber-attacks by providing a large surface area for hackers to target?
A) Artificial Intelligence
B) Internet of Things (IoT)
C) Blockchain
D) Virtual Reality
Answer: B) Internet of Things (IoT)
15. In 2020, which country was responsible for launching a massive cyber-attack on India’s power grid infrastructure?
A) China
B) Pakistan
C) North Korea
D) United States
Answer: A) China
16. Which cyber-attack is characterized by the attacker encrypting a user’s files and demanding payment for decryption?
A) Phishing
B) Ransomware
C) Worm
D) Trojan Horse
Answer: B) Ransomware
17. Which of the following is a significant challenge in managing India’s critical infrastructure security?
A) Increasing internet penetration
B) Lack of awareness among citizens
C) High-tech cyber threats from state actors
D) Absence of digital privacy laws
Answer: C) High-tech cyber threats from state actors
18. Which of the following is the purpose of India’s Cybersecurity Skilling Program?
A) To monitor internet traffic
B) To produce trained cybersecurity professionals
C) To regulate social media content
D) To establish cybersecurity regulations
Answer: B) To produce trained cybersecurity professionals
19. Which Indian organization is responsible for issuing guidelines on securing financial transactions and protecting financial institutions?
A) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
B) Ministry of Information Technology
C) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)
D) National Security Agency
Answer: A) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
20. Which of the following is a method used to protect data transmission over the internet?
A) Antivirus software
B) Encryption
C) Firewall
D) Backup
Answer: B) Encryption
21. Which of the following best describes the main challenge of implementing cybersecurity measures in India?
A) Political instability
B) Inadequate investment in technology
C) Large number of small-scale enterprises
D) Lack of skilled workforce
Answer: D) Lack of skilled workforce
22. Which cybersecurity challenge is exacerbated by the use of social media platforms in India?
A) Phishing
B) Cyberbullying
C) Privacy violations
D) Ransomware attacks
Answer: C) Privacy violations
23. Which of the following is the best defense against cyber-attacks targeting an organization’s network infrastructure?
A) Strong password policies
B) Regular software updates
C) Encryption of sensitive data
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
24. What is India’s stance on the global regulation of cyberspace?
A) India advocates for a global cyber treaty
B) India prefers decentralized governance of the internet
C) India believes in strong national control over cybersecurity
D) India has no clear position on global cyber regulation
Answer: C) India believes in strong national control over cybersecurity
25. Which agency of the Government of India is responsible for investigating cybercrimes?
A) Intelligence Bureau
B) National Investigation Agency (NIA)
C) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
D) State Police Cyber Crime Units
Answer: D) State Police Cyber Crime Units
26. Which program is designed to enhance India’s cybersecurity capabilities by creating a national framework for information sharing?
A) National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC)
B) Cybersecurity Awareness Program
C) Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)
D) Digital India Program
Answer: C) Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)
27. What is the primary objective of the National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC)?
A) Protecting Indian cyberspace from international cyber espionage
B) Securing critical national infrastructure against cyber-attacks
C) Monitoring and regulating the internet for illegal content
D) Coordinating global cybersecurity cooperation
Answer: B) Securing critical national infrastructure against cyber-attacks
28. Which of the following is a common cyber threat targeting India’s financial services sector?
A) Data Breach
B) Man-in-the-middle attack
C) Phishing attacks
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
29. Which of the following is a major challenge for cybersecurity in India’s rural areas?
A) Lack of awareness about cyber threats
B) High-speed internet availability
C) Widespread adoption of online banking
D) Government’s focus on digital infrastructure
Answer: A) Lack of awareness about cyber threats
30. Which initiative is aimed at securing India’s cyber infrastructure and ensuring data security for all citizens?
A) Cyber Swachhta Kendra
B) Digital India Program
C) National Cyber Security Strategy
D) Atal Innovation Mission
Answer: C) National Cyber Security Strategy
These 30 MCQs cover a broad spectrum of issues related to India’s cybersecurity challenges, suitable for Civil Services Examination preparation.
