GK Question

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Which CERT-In direction mandates synchronization of IT system clocks with National Time Server?

  1. Direction 12
  2. Direction 20
  3. Direction 44
  4. Direction 66

Answer: Direction 20

CERT-In Direction 20 (April 2022) requires service providers to synchronize ICT system clocks with NIC's National Time Server for accurate incident timeline correlation. Also mandates 6-hour incident reporting and 180-day log retention. Critical for cybersecurity compliance questions.

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