Topic: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate
Q6. Explain the role of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) in India’s border management. What challenges do they face in securing diverse frontiers? (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question:
Supreme Court directs reduction in IPS postings at CAPFs to boost morale of cadre officers.Key demand of the question:
The answer must explain the functional role of CAPFs in border management and identify key challenges they face in managing India’s geographically and politically complex frontiers.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Briefly highlight the strategic importance of India’s borders and CAPFs’ institutional role under MHA in guarding them.Body
- Explain CAPFs’ responsibilities across different border types (e.g., BSF, ITBP, SSB).
- Highlight challenges like terrain, porous borders, technology gaps, manpower, and inter-agency coordination.
Conclusion
Suggest a forward-looking statement on capacity building, technology integration, and inter-force synergy to enhance border security.
