‘Digital Intelligence Unit’ (DIU)

Why in news?

• Telecom Ministry said it would set up a nodal agency, ‘Digital Intelligence Unit’ (DIU), for speedy investigation and resolution of rising cases of financial frauds and unsolicited messages,

About DIU:

• The main function of DIU will be to coordinate with various LEAs [law enforcement agencies, financial institutions and telecom service providers in investigating any fraudulent activity involving telecom resources.
• At License Service Area level, Telecom Analytics for Fraud Management and Consumer Protection system will also be created.
• The system would help make digital financial transactions, primarily through mobile, more secure and reliable.
• A redressal mechanism is being set up by the government, which will help users facing financial frauds and harassment through pesky calls or SMS file real-time complaints against the telemarketers or individuals.
• The government will facilitate users with a mobile application as well as a website platform and SMS system to lodge the complaints.

PRELIMS QUESTION

Consider the following statements regarding proposed ‘Digital Intelligence Unit’ (DIU):
1.It will try to tackle instances of financial frauds and unsolicited messages.
2.It will be set up by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

Answer to Prelims Question