What is the linkage between development and spread of extremism? Illustrate with examples.

Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. 7. What is the linkage between development and spread of extremism? Illustrate with examples. (250 words) Reference:  idsa.in Why the question: The question is from the static portions of GS paper III. Key Demand of the question: One is expected to throw light upon the linkage between …

The America’s withdrawal from Afghanistan has spun the balance of power in favour of the Taliban. Critically analyse.

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. 3. The America’s withdrawal from Afghanistan has spun the balance of power in favour of the Taliban. Critically analyse. (250 words) Reference:  The Hindu Why the question: As part of the U.S.’s plan to withdraw its …

Insights into Editorial: What does US departure from Afghanistan mean for South Asia?

    Context: As the last American troops begin to leave Afghanistan and the US turns away from the Middle East to the Indo-Pacific, there is a scramble to redo the foreign policy maths in the region. Since it replaced Britain as the major external power in Greater Middle East half a century ago, America …

“The Maoist insurgency is more of a law and order problem than an ideological one in India”, Comment.

Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security. 6.  “The Maoist insurgency is more of a law and order problem than an ideological one in India”, Comment. (250 words) Reference:  Indian Express Why the question: The article from Indian Express brings to us detailed analysis of the Maoist problem …

Maoism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat, In this context, discuss the issues and suggest some measures to end the Maoists extremism in India.

Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. 4. Maoism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat, In this context, discuss the issues and suggest some measures to end the Maoists extremism in India. (250 words) Reference:  Indian Express Why the question: The article explains the security threat …

Extremism is a major hindrance to the development of a region. Discuss in the context of North east Insurgency.

Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. 7. Extremism is a major hindrance to the development of a region. Discuss in the context of North east Insurgency. (250 words) Reference:  jstor.org Why the question: NEI has been witnessing insurgency since 1950s and there is no end in sight. Even though some states in the …

The latest attacks by the Maoists in the Bastar region calls for a change in India’ anti-insurgency operations. Comment.

Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. 5. The latest attacks by the Maoists in the Bastar region calls for a change in India’ anti-insurgency operations. Comment. (250 words) Reference:  tribuneindia.com Why the question: The latest ambush by Maoist rebels on a large contingent of security personnel in Bastar is yet another well-planned and …

Do you agree to the fact that most armed insurgencies find resolution in a grey zone called ‘compromise’? Analyse.

Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security. 4. Do you agree to the fact that most armed insurgencies find resolution in a grey zone called ‘compromise’? Analyse. (250 words) Reference: The Hindu  Why the question: The article talks about the search for an end to the complex Naga …

5) Extremism originating from the region can be fought successfully if the historical and sociological reasons for it are suitably addressed. Do you agree? Elucidate. (250 words) 

Topic:Linkages between development and spread of extremism. 5) Extremism originating from the region can be fought successfully if the historical and sociological reasons for it are suitably addressed. Do you agree? Elucidate. (250 words)  The hindu   Why this question: The article brings out a report  that highlights the fact that Pakistan failed to “significantly …

5) Proactive participation of state governments is one of the best possible ways to battle Maoist insurgency in the country. Analyse.(250 words)

Topic:  Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; money-laundering and its prevention. 5) Proactive participation of state governments is one of the best possible ways to battle Maoist insurgency in the country. Analyse.(250 words) Indianexpress Why this question: The question …

5) Discuss the important initiatives and laws taken by government of India to deal with Left wing extremism effected areas. (250 words)

Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security. 5) Discuss the important initiatives and laws taken by government of India to deal with Left wing extremism effected areas. (250 words) Livemint Why this question: The question is straightforward and is about discussing the important initiatives and laws taken by …

5) Do you agree that underdevelopment often creates the conditions for insurgency and spread of extremist ideologies among the people, who perceive that their needs are not being taken care of by the government? Discuss in detail the linkage between development and spread of extremism.(250 words)

Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism 5) Do you agree that underdevelopment often creates the conditions for insurgency and spread of extremist ideologies among the people, who perceive that their needs are not being taken care of by the government? Discuss in detail the linkage between development and spread of extremism.(250 words) Reference …

4) Left Wing Extremism (LWE) is showing a downward trend, but still affects many parts of the country. Briefly explain the Government of India’s approach to counter the challenges posed by LWE.(250 words)

Topic- Linkages between development and spread of extremism 4) Left Wing Extremism (LWE) is showing a downward trend, but still affects many parts of the country. Briefly explain the Government of India’s approach to counter the challenges posed by LWE.(250 words)   Key demand of the question The question expects us to talk about the …

Insights Weekly Essay Challenges 2018 – Week 48: Immigration is Not a Threat, but is Fundamentally an Economic Issue

Insights Weekly Essay Challenges 2018 – Week 48 Archives 02 December 2018 Write an essay on the following topic in not more than 1000-1200 words:  Immigration is Not a Threat, but Fundamentally it’s an Economic Issue Hint to Topic: In the light of perceived threats of war induced (ethnic, civil, terrorist) immigration around the world, …

The illegal immigration from Bangladesh has been a burning issue in the North East of India, especially in Assam, and has not only security, but also serious socio-political implications. Critically examine these implications and the measures taken by both countries to deal with them.

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Linkages Between Development and Spread of Extremism – Naxalism ( Left Wing Extremism)

  LEFT WING EXTREMISM Syllabus: Linkages between development and spread of extremism Table of Content Introduction Evolution of Indian Left Wing Naxalbari Incident Current Situation Stated Purpose of Movement Maoist Strategy Recruitments by Maoists Front Organizations and Urban Presence Where is fault of the government? Counter operations by governments Grey Hound police Operation Green Hunt …