Topic: Paramilitary forces
Q6. Analyse the role of paramilitary forces in India’s internal security architecture. Examine coordination challenges with the armed forces. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question
Evolving internal security threats and frequent deployment of CAPFs alongside the armed forces have raised concerns about role clarity and coordination within India’s internal security architecture.Key Demand of the question
The question demands an analysis of the role played by paramilitary forces in internal security and an examination of coordination challenges between these forces and the armed forces.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Briefly position paramilitary forces as the key internal security instrument operating between civil police forces and the armed forces.Body
- Role of paramilitary forces: Indicate their functions in counter-insurgency, border management, public order support and assistance to civil authorities.
- Coordination challenges with armed forces: Point to issues of overlapping roles, command and control differences, intelligence sharing gaps and doctrinal divergence.
Conclusion
Emphasise the need for structured civil-military coordination and joint operational frameworks for effective internal security.
