The Digital Shakti Centre has been inaugurated by the National Commission for Women

Current Context: The National Commission for Women (NCW) inaugurated the Digital Shakti Centre in New Delhi on August 4, 2024, to combat cybercrimes against women.

• This initiative, in collaboration with the CyberPeace Foundation, aims to raise awareness about cybercrimes and provide technical support for registering and addressing complaints.
• Building on the success of the NCW’s Digital Shakti campaign, which began in 2018 and has reached millions of women.
• The centre is crucial in empowering women to navigate and protect themselves in the digital world, especially with the alarming rise in cybercrimes.

Question:

1 What is the primary aim of the Digital Shakti Centre inaugurated by the National Commission for Women?

• A) To provide financial assistance to women victims of cybercrime
• B) To combat cybercrimes against women
• C) To promote digital literacy among men
• D) To create awareness about women's rights

Answer: B) Digital Shakti Centre inaugurated by the National Commission for Women aims to raise awareness about cybercrimes and provide technical support for registering and addressing complaints.