Enforcing Digital Security Framework in Indian Economy: The National Cyber Security Policy of India 2013

Abstract

Rapid technological advancements and growing reliance on the internet have produced an environment of uncertainty and vulnerability, making it impossible for any government to manage the pervasive cyberspace phenomena. Every government must now confront this challenge with reasonably extensive and aggressive security programmes. Almost every government has released a National Cyber Security Strategy (NCSS) aimed at bolstering cyber defences, establishing a cyber deterrent posture, and developing cyber capabilities. In the context of cyberspace, deterrence, international engagement, incident response, resiliency, and recovery are all included in the broad category of activities and policies referred to as "cyber security strategy/policy." This category also includes all computer network operations, information assurance, law enforcement, diplomatic, military, and intelligence missions. The National Cyber Security Strategy (NCSS) is the nation's readiness strategy for providing coordinated actions and strategic measures aimed at securing and protecting the country's online presence, protecting vital information infrastructure, and establishing and fostering a trusted online community. In Basic sense, a cyber security policy or strategy should prioritise protecting cyberspace, protecting e-government services, more effectively combating cybercrime, updating the law, fostering international cooperation and communication, raising awareness, and ensuring that specialised education is available to combat the growing threat of cyber intrusions.