INDIA INTERNET GOVERNANCE FORUM (Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – Governance)

Context: The 'India Internet Governance Forum 2023' was recently held in New Delhi

India Internet Governance Forum 2023

• About: The event aims to address key issues, including building a secure, trusted, and resilient cyberspace for Bharat.
• Established: In 2021.
• Held: New Delhi.
• Theme: Moving Forward – Calibrating Bharat’s Digital Agenda.
• Association with UN Internet Governance Forum: The India Internet Governance Forum is closely associated with the UN Internet Governance Forum, reflecting a global perspective.

oThe initiative is aligned with international efforts to govern and address internet-related issues.

• Support: IIGF is supported by a 14-member multi-stakeholder committee representing various sectors, including government, civil society, industries, the technical community, think tanks, and industry associations.