India Internet Governance Forum

10.12.2024

India Internet Governance Forum

Why in the news?      

            The India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) 2024 is being organized on December 9-10, 2024, at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Center, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

About India Internet Governance Forum:

• It is the Indian chapter of the United Nations Internet Governance Forum (UN IGF).
• It is a global multi-stakeholder platform that fosters dialogue on public policy issues related to the Internet.
• Established in 2021, aims to maximize the opportunities of the Internet while addressing associated challenges and risks.
• IIGF promotes collaborative discussions among representatives from government, civil society, industries, technical communities, think tanks, and industry associations.
• It is supported by a 14-member multi-stakeholder committee, IIGF Known for its inclusive and collaborative approach, IGF plays a vital role in shaping policies for an open, secure, and accessible Internet, addressing issues such as cybersecurity, digital inclusion, data privacy, and emerging technologies.

Highlights about the IIGF-2024:

• It is supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI).
• This initiative by India’s multi-stakeholder community aims to explore critical aspects of Internet governance, foster meaningful dialogue, and highlight India’s leadership in the global digital landscape.
• It will address critical themes to advance a secure, inclusive, and sustainable digital ecosystem. The forum will explore Legal and Regulatory Frameworks To create balanced, growth-oriented policies that strengthen Internet governance.
• Another key focus is Responsible AI, promoting the ethical and effective use of artificial intelligence for societal benefit.

                                                                         Source: PIB

Consider the following statements regarding the India Internet Governance Forum:

Statement-I:It is the Indian chapter of the United Nations Internet Governance Forum.

Statement-II:It is a multi-stakeholder platform which only addresses cybersecurity related issues.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.

B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I.

C.Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect.

D.Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct.

Answer C