Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security.
6. Radicalisation is a major threat to internal security of the country. Examine the issue and the various counter radicalisation strategies to tackle it. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
In a speech before the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, Prime Minister identified radicalisation as the greatest threat to the security and safety of all member countries.
Key Demand of the question:
To analyse the various issues associated with radicalisation and also the measures to counter the same.
Directive word:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by stating how radicalisation in the present times is very subtle, organised, programmed and structured.
Body:
First, bring out the root cause of the issue involving socio-political demands of the radical groups with few examples.
Next, mention the threats posed by the radical groups on the common public.
Next, examine the counter radicalisation measures to address the issue and few suggestions
Conclusion:
Conclude by giving a way forward to the issues mentioned above.
