Government Launches National Cyber Security Strategy 2026 to Protect Critical Infrastructure
The Union Government has unveiled the National Cyber Security Strategy 2026, focusing on safeguarding critical infrastructure and enhancing digital trust.
Key Points for Quick Revision
- National Cyber Security Strategy 2026 launched by NSCS.
- Focus on protecting critical infrastructure (Power, Banking, etc.).
- Mandatory security audits for government and critical sectors.
- Establishment of a National Cyber Forensic Lab.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC / State PCS | Low | 2–5 | UPSC focuses on depth, not breadth. General items are tested only when they have policy relevance. |
| Banking (IBPS / SBI) | Medium | 2–4 | Banking awareness and general GK are separate sections — both draw from current affairs. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- Appointments: new heads of organizations, ministries, and international bodies
- Books and authors in the news — especially by current heads of state or notable personalities
- First-ever achievements: India's firsts, world firsts, records broken
- Summits and their dates, venue, and key declarations
- Obituaries: notable personalities, their field, and contribution
Practice Questions
Q1. Which body launched the National Cyber Security Strategy 2026?
- NITI Aayog
- National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS)
- ISRO
- RBI
Explanation: The strategy was launched by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS).
Q2. What is the primary focus of the National Cyber Security Strategy 2026?
- Increasing internet speed
- Protecting critical information infrastructure
- Promoting social media usage
- Reducing the cost of smartphones
Explanation: The primary focus is to safeguard critical infrastructure like power grids and banking systems from cyber threats.
How to Prepare Current Affairs for Government Exams
For general current affairs, read the PIB (Press Information Bureau) daily digest. It covers government announcements that directly map to exam questions.
Maintain a 'Monthly Top 50' list — the 50 most important facts from the month. Revise this before every mock test.
Focus on news from the last 6–8 months before your exam date. Older news rarely appears unless it was a landmark event.