Scam or safe? Calls, UPI and deepfakes

Question 1

A video caller in police uniform says you're under 'digital arrest' and must transfer money to clear your name. What is this?

Accepted Answer

A scam. Hang up and call 1930 if you've paid

Answer

A real legal procedure

Answer

A new government scheme

Answer

A bank verification

Question 2

Someone sends a UPI 'collect request' and asks you to enter your PIN to receive ₹5,000. What happens if you enter it?

Accepted Answer

Money leaves your account

Answer

You receive ₹5,000

Answer

Nothing

Answer

Your PIN resets

Question 3

Your 'son' calls from a new number in a panic, asking for money now. The voice sounds exactly like him. What's the best first step?

Accepted Answer

Hang up and call him back on his saved number

Answer

Pay quickly

Answer

Send your OTP

Answer

Share your screen

Question 4

A video shows a famous cricketer promising to double your money on an app. What's most likely?

Accepted Answer

An AI deepfake scam

Answer

A genuine offer

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A government programme

Answer

A bank advert

Question 5

Where can you report a fraud call or SMS in India, and check which SIMs are registered in your name?

Accepted Answer

Sanchar Saathi

Answer

A social media comment

Answer

The caller's own website

Answer

Nowhere