In India, the term “Public Key Infrastructure” is used in the context of:
✓ Correct answer: a) Digital security infrastructure
ExplanationPublic Key Infrastructure (PKI) is a cryptographic framework that ensures secure electronic transactions, au- thentication, and digital signatures.It involves the use of pub- lic and private keys, digital certificates, and certificate authorities to enable safe communication online.PKI plays a crucial role in areas such as e-governance, online banking, Aadhaar authen- tication, and cybersecurity.In India, the Controller of Certi- fying Authorities (CCA) oversees digital signature certificates (DSCs) and encryption technologies under the Information Technology Act, 2000, making PKI integral to the country’s dig- ital security infrastructure.152
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