• Dr. Yogendra

The threat of cyber security has significantly increased for India's national security. India is dealing with a variety of cyber threats, including harmful cyber-attacks, cyber-crime and cyber espionage. In 2021, ransomware attacks against Indian businesses rose by 218%. Since computer networks, systems, and related technologies are now utilised by all types of organisations, both public and private, as well as by individuals, the majority of cyber-crimes are now carried out with the intent to get personal information or engage in fraudulent activities. Modern gadgets are almost universally internet-connected, putting them at a significant risk of cyber-attacks. These dangers might significantly harm the nation's economy, society, and security. Prosperity requires national security. India's economic success is founded on the smooth operation of its administrative, military, public service, and social infrastructures, all of which in the present era are totally dependent on the internet. As a result, protecting national security necessitates assuring cyber security because it is no longer an option to defend cyberspace. India is taking steps to ensure the infrastructure for its cyber security, but the threats are still significant. To address the issue, the Indian government has implemented certain preventive measures through its "Cyber Security Policy 2020". But more drastic measures are needed. The main goals of this research study are to analyse existing cyber security policy and to identify and evaluate the cyber security difficulties that India is now facing.

Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security, Cyber Space, Cyber Threats, National Security.

"INDIA'S QUEST FOR CYBER SECURITY: A CRITICAL APPRAISAL", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no.p452-p460, May 2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2305G63.pdf

"INDIA'S QUEST FOR CYBER SECURITY: A CRITICAL APPRAISAL", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no. ppp452-p460, May 2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2305G63.pdf