CBSE Class 10/Overview
Curriculum 2026–27
Practice
Science & Technology Cluster· Domain Code CYBR

Cybersecurity & Digital Safety — General Knowledge & Solved Quizzes

Cybersecurity & Digital Safety explores the principles of information security, common cyber threat vectors, and safe digital practices in an interconnected world. The domain covers malware types (viruses, ransomware, spyware), phishing and social engineering tactics, network security controls (firewalls, VPNs), cryptographic concepts, and multi-factor authentication. It also outlines India's cyber legal framework under the Information Technology Act of 2000 and the role of incident response agencies like CERT-In. Understanding cybersecurity principles and safe browsing practices is relevant to modern general awareness and computer literacy papers in banking, defense, and government examinations. Master10 delivers clear, practical cybersecurity learning modules paired with verified sample questions and timed tests to help learners understand digital safety and cybersecurity concepts clearly.

Prescribed Topics & Learning Modules

Malware Ransomware Trojans
Phishing Social Engineering
Cryptography Encryption Pki
Network Security Firewalls
Cyber Laws Cert In

Public Sample Quizzes & Solved Questions

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Question 1Phishing, Spoofing & Social Engineering Attacks
easy

What type of cyber attack involves fraudulent communications designed to appear from a trusted entity to trick victims into revealing sensitive data like passwords and credit card numbers?

Question 2Malware, Spyware, Worms & Ransomware
medium

Which category of malicious software encrypts a victim's files and demands payment in cryptocurrency before providing a decryption key?

Question 3IT Act 2000, CERT-In & Digital Personal Data Act
hard

Which statutory body established under Section 70B of the Information Technology Act, 2000 serves as the national nodal agency for responding to cybersecurity incidents in India?

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