Topic: Security challenges and their management in border areas – linkages of organized crime with terrorism.
Q5. Analyse the intricate nexus between the illegal economy, terror and organised crime. Also, suggest measures required to be taken to eradicate it. (250 Words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
As per a report released by FICCI CASCADE recently, titled ‘Hidden Streams: Linkages Between Illicit Markets, Financial Flows, Organised Crime and Terrorism’, the illegal economy in India has an overall score of over 6 in India, which is higher than the average score of 5 of other 122 countries.
Key Demand of the question:
Analyse the connections between the illegal economy, terrorism, and organized crime, and provide recommendations for eradication.
Directive words:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and presenting them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Provide an overview of the intertwined relationship between the illegal economy, terrorism, and organized crime. Give data/stat presented in the report.
Body:
Mention the factors and mechanisms through which the illegal economy supports terrorism and organized crime (e.g., funding, logistics).
Write its implications on global security and stability.
Suggest measures and strategies to combat and eradicate this complex issue (e.g., law enforcement, international cooperation, economic development).
Conclusion:
Write how India has successfully taken a leadership role and promoted policies to eradicate this menace
