Q. The Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) is a database aimed at curbing which one of the following issues in India?

[A] Malfunctioning of electronic devices

[B] Counterfeiting of mobile phones and other electronic devices

[C] Unauthorized modification of electronic devices

[D] Data breaches on electronic devices

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation – The CEIR system is designed to identify and block stolen or illegal mobile phones across networks, thereby preventing the use of counterfeit and cloned mobile devices. It helps in tracking lost or stolen mobile phones and ensures that blacklisted devices cannot be used on any network in India. The CEIR portal was developed by the Department of Telecommunications.

Source: AIR

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