Department of Telecommunications has developed Sanchar Saathi portal to empower citizens

Current Context: The Sanchar Saathi portal, developed by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), is a citizen-centric platform designed to enhance security and transparency for mobile subscribers, Launched on December 12, 2024.

• This portal offers several features, such as:
• Know Your Mobile (KYM): Allows users to check the mobile connections issued in their name to prevent unauthorized SIM cards.
• Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR): Enables users to block and trace lost or stolen mobile phones.
• Tracking and Reporting: Provides tools for reporting suspected fraud communication and Unsolicited Commercial Communications (UCC).
• Chakshu: Monitors and regulates mobile network performance.
• TAFCOP (Telecom Analytics for Fraud Management and Consumer Protection): Uses advanced analytics to prevent telecom fraud.
• RICWIN (Regulatory Information & Communication for Wireless India Network): Manages regulatory information and communication.
• KYI (Know Your Identity): Facilitates secure identity verification for obtaining SIM cards and mobile services.

Question:

1 Which feature of the Sanchar Saathi portal helps users check the mobile connections issued in their name?

• A) Chakshu
• B) Know Your Mobile (KYM)
• C) TAFCOP
• D) RICWIN

Answer: B) Know Your Mobile (KYM) enables users to check all the mobile connections issued under their name, helping to prevent unauthorized SIM cards.