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The Department of Information Technology (DIT) was created within which ministry ?

AMinistry of Science and Technology

BMinistry of Electronics and Renewable Energy

CMinistry of Telecommunications and Broadcasting

DMinistry of Communications and Information Technology

Answer:

D. Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

Read Explanation:

  • Establishment of the Department of Information Technology (1999)

  • 1999: The Department of Information Technology (DIT) was created within the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology to focus specifically on IT policy and development.

  • This department aimed to facilitate the growth of the IT sector, promote e-governance, and enhance digital infrastructure.


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