Digital Single Market Strategy — UPSC Prelims PYQ 2017

The term ‘Digital Single Market Strategy’ seen in the news refers to

1. ASEAN
2. BRICS
3. EU
4. G20

Explanation

Option (c) is correct

• The Digital Single Market Strategy (DSM) is an initiative of the European Union (EU). It was adopted on 6 May 2015.
• It is made up of three policy pillars:
  • Improving access to digital goods and services: Seeks to ensure better access for consumers and business to online goods and services across Europe, for example by removing barriers to cross-border e-commerce and access to online content while increasing consumer protection.
  • An environment where digital networks and services can prosper: Providing high-speed, secure and trustworthy infrastructures and services supported by the right regulatory conditions.
  • Digital as a driver for growth: Enhancing digital skills, which are essential for an inclusive digital society.

• A number of measures taken under this include end of roaming charges, the modernisation of data protection, the cross-border portability of online content and the agreement to unlock e-commerce by stopping unjustified geo-blocking.

Answer: (c) EU; Difficulty Level: Medium