Government Unveils National Cyber Security Strategy 2026
The Ministry of Home Affairs has released the National Cyber Security Strategy 2026 to protect critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
2-Minute Summary (TL;DR)
- Launch of National Cyber Security Strategy 2026.
- Establishment of a 'Cyber Command' for coordinated operations.
- Focus on protecting Critical Information Infrastructure (CII).
- Goal to train 1 million cyber security experts under 'Cyber Shiksha'.
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. |
| SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS) | Medium | 2–4 | Miscellaneous GK including appointments, books, summits, and records appears in SSC. |
| Banking (IBPS / SBI) | Medium | 2–4 | Banking awareness and general GK are separate sections — both draw from current affairs. |
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- Books and authors in the news — especially by current heads of state or notable personalities
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- Summits and their dates, venue, and key declarations
- Obituaries: notable personalities, their field, and contribution
Practice Questions
Q1. Which ministry released the National Cyber Security Strategy 2026?
- Ministry of External Affairs
- Ministry of Home Affairs
- Ministry of Finance
- Ministry of Education
Explanation: The National Cyber Security Strategy 2026 was released by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Q2. What is the target number of cyber security experts to be trained under the new strategy?
- 1 lakh
- 5 lakh
- 10 lakh (1 million)
- 50 lakh
Explanation: The government aims to train 1 million (10 lakh) cyber security experts by 2030.
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