GS3 · Topic
Cyber Security
Attacks on networks and critical infrastructure, data breaches, cyber warfare, the basics of cyber defence.
90 UPSC Mains GS3 questions on Cyber Security that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
In the context of India's improving performance in Global Cyber Security Index of International Telecommunication Union (ITU), discuss the recent measures taken by India to strengthen the cyber security preparedness.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Cyber Security
In an era of complex security challenges, examine the ways in which the private sector can contribute to strengthening India's internal security.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Security Forces and AgenciesIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Discuss the threats posed by social media and networking sites to the internal security of India. How do the fact-check units (FCUs) under Information and Technology Rules, 2021 help in controlling the overall menace of the spread of fake news on social media? What are the concerns of press broadcasters and digital media participants about the Government establishing fact-check units?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
Critically analyze the concerns posed by the external actors impacting the internal security of India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2022
Non-state ActorsTerrorism
What are the opportunities and challenges in the Cyber Security framework in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021
Cyber Security
What is the role of the Multi-Agency Centre (MAC) and NATGRID in intelligence sharing? Assess their effectiveness in tackling real-time threats and propose measures to enhance both data security and inter-agency responsiveness.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers
Security Forces and AgenciesCyber Security
India recently signed “Christchurch Call to Action” in 2019. In this line, elaborate on what signatory governments and online service providers should commit to address the issue of terrorist and violent extremist content online and to prevent the abuse of the internet.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
“Aadhaar gained the currency of “proof of identity”, but in reality Aadhaar in its physical form is just a plain card which can be duplicated anytime anywhere’. Discuss how Aadhar poses an overall security threat.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
What is Hybrid Warfare? Highlighting its features discuss India's preparedness for hybrid warfare.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Non-state ActorsCyber Security
In an era when cybersecurity is increasingly becoming a grave threat to nations, ‘Digital India’ cannot sustain without a ‘Digitally Secure India.’ Discuss. Also, critically evaluate the interventions by the Government of India in creating a digitally secure India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Cyber Security
How do emerging technologies like AI and deepfakes pose new challenges to India's internal security? Suggest countermeasures.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
The changing nature of warfare calls for an architecture of a strong strategic defence for India to secure itself against the current geopolitical boil-over and resultant reshaping of multi-polarity. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyCyber Security
Deepfakes have emerged as a new tool to spread disinformation at scale and speed. Analyse the advantages and concerns posed by deepfakes.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
What are the new cyber threats posed by the illicit use of Generative AI? In the light of recently signed Bletchley Declaration, how can India beef up its cybersecurity structure against threats raised by AI?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Cyber SecurityInformation Technology and AI
Examine how advancements in technology has allowed organize crime syndicates to not only expand but also diversify their activities. Also recommend suitable measures to tackle the menace of organized crime.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Organised CrimeCyber Security
'Dark net and crypto currency have emerged as a major internal security challenge to India'. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Cyber SecurityMoney Laundering
Discuss the various types of cyber scams that have evolved recently with special emphasis on Digital arrest. How can we combat such cyber crimes?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
The India's cybersecurity vulnerability seen by increased cases 22% Year on year basis, accounting for specific doctrine for the same.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Cyber Security
Analyse how the adoption of emerging and disruptive technologies for money laundering is adding new layers of complexity to an already intricate issue. Also, highlight the measures taken to tackle the problem of money laundering both at national and international levels.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Money LaunderingCyber Security
India needs to update its Information Technology Act of 2000 to deal with emerging internal and external communication security and to make the cyber ecosystem more safe and secure. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Cyber SecurityInformation Technology and AI
What is fifth-generation warfare? Examine the emerging challenges associated with it and suggest measures India should adopt to strengthen its preparedness.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
United Nations recently unveiled the 'Global Principles for Information Integrity' for curbing the spread of online misinformation. Assess the impact of online misinformation on societal trust and internal security. Also discuss the challenges in addressing it.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
How should India upgrade its defence policy to address the 3.5-front security challenge?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologyCyber Security
What is the impact of emerging technologies on money laundering? What measures are necessary to address the issues arising out of it?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Money LaunderingCyber Security
In the context of India's improving performance in Global Cyber Security Index of ITU, discuss the measures taken by India recently to strengthen the cyber security preparedness.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Cyber Security
Critically analyse the concerns posed by the external actors impacting the internal security of India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Non-state ActorsTerrorism
How does the spread of fake news pose a threat to national security? Discuss the measures to counter this challenge.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
Whereas misuse of technology has abetted the spread of fake news, it is with the aid of technology that this menace can be curbed. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
Outlining the various cyber threats faced by India, assess the state of the country's prepared-ness to deal with the same.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Cyber SecurityNon-state Actors
Deepfakes blur the line between reality and illusion, transforming pixels into convincing lies that challenge our perception of truth. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Media and Social NetworksInformation Technology and AI