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Various Security Forces, Agencies & Their Mandates

There are external and internal threats to the security of India and different specialized forces of India deal with these threats. The external threats are handled often by the Armed Forces under the Ministry of Defense, while  internal threats are managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Security Forces > Indian Armed Force > Central Armed Police Force Security Forces Dealing with External Threats The defense forces (Indian Armed Force) are the primary force responsible for the security of the country, and they come under the authority of the Ministry of Defense . Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) to aid in combating external threats, but are managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Indian Armed Force The defense forces are divided into four sub-heads. > Indian Army Personnel. > Indian Air Force Personnel. > Indian Navy Personnel. > Indian Coast Guard Personnel. Security Forces Dealing with Internal Threats There are many divisions of the Central Armed Police Force,

Cyber Security: Cyber Security in India | Challenges to Internal Security | types of cyber threats | National Cyber Security Policy

The term, ‘Cyber’ is used in relation to the culture of computers, information technology, and virtual reality. Cyber Security is the protection of those that are dependent on internet connection and are thus vulnerable to threats that are operating within the cyberspace. The threats to cyberspace are ever-evolving, making it challenging to secure the devices and enact laws to punish and prevent those who are involved in cyber-related illicit activities.  Cyberwarfare is becoming a new domain of warfare among nations. This warfare is different from others as even non-state players like terrorists and organized criminal groups are involved in it on a daily basis. With increased digital transactions in India, post demonetization, it is essential for the government of India to take measures to safeguard Indian citizens from crimes related to Cyber Space. Cyber Security: > Cyber Security is protecting cyberspace including critical information infrastructure from attack, damage, misuse,