Tag: INTERNAL SECURITY

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Identify the key limitations in India’s digital payment security architecture. Examine how predictive intelligence tools like the Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) aim to bridge these structural gaps.

Topic: Role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cyber security; Q5. Identify the key limitations in India’s digital payment security architecture. Examine how predictive intelligence tools like the Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) aim to bridge these structural gaps. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: PIB Why the question …

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“Drone warfare marks a shift in the logic of escalation and response in South Asia”. Examine the strategic implications of this shift. Assess India’s readiness for drone-dominated conflicts.

Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security Q6. “Drone warfare marks a shift in the logic of escalation and response in South Asia”. Examine the strategic implications of this shift. Assess India’s readiness for drone-dominated conflicts. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question: The first …

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Operation Kagar

Context: Operation Kagar, a large-scale counterinsurgency campaign, has encircled the last remaining Naxal strongholds in Chhattisgarh-Telangana border regions. About Operation Kagar: What it is? Operation Kagar is an anti-Naxal military campaign launched in January 2024 by the Union Government. It integrates security action, surveillance technology, and development outreach to dismantle Left-Wing Extremism (LWE). Core zones: …

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Why have terrorist networks in India continued to survive despite decades of countermeasures? Examine the institutional weaknesses in the security apparatus. Discuss the role of external support and radical narratives in sustaining terrorism. Suggest a comprehensive reform strategy.

Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security Q6. Why have terrorist networks in India continued to survive despite decades of countermeasures? Examine the institutional weaknesses in the security apparatus. Discuss the role of external support and radical narratives in sustaining terrorism. Suggest a comprehensive reform strategy. (15 M) …

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Examine the evolving nature of maritime security challenges for India. Evaluate the role of maritime domain awareness in addressing these threats.

Topic: Internal Security Q5. Examine the evolving nature of maritime security challenges for India. Evaluate the role of maritime domain awareness in addressing these threats. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question: Rising maritime threats and India’s increasing strategic focus on Indo-Pacific have made maritime security and domain awareness vital for national …

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Climate-induced displacement is an emerging concern for India’s internal security. Examine the security challenges of climate refugees. Discuss the impact on border states and urban centres. Propose a policy framework for mitigation.

Topic: Internal Security Q6. Climate-induced displacement is an emerging concern for India’s internal security. Examine the security challenges of climate refugees. Discuss the impact on border states and urban centres. Propose a policy framework for mitigation. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question: Due to increasing frequency of extreme climate events, internal …

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Cyber sabotage targeting critical infrastructure is emerging as a grave internal threat. Analyse the risks to India’s energy grids and communication networks. Discuss institutional safeguards needed.

Topic: Internal Security Q5. Cyber sabotage targeting critical infrastructure is emerging as a grave internal threat. Analyse the risks to India’s energy grids and communication networks. Discuss institutional safeguards needed. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Increasing incidents of cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure like power grids and communication networks, highlighting internal …

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Vibrant Villages Programme-II

Source:  PIB Context: The Union Cabinet has approved Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II) with a financial outlay of ₹6,839 crore for the period 2024-25 to 2028-29, covering border villages beyond Northern borders to ensure security, development, and national integration. About Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II): What is VVP-II? VVP-II is a Central Sector Scheme (100% Centre-funded) focused …

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Naxalism

 Syllabus: Naxalism, Internal security  Source: TH  Context:  Recently security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region engaged in a significant gunfight with Naxalites, resulting in the death of 28 insurgents. This marks one of the highest casualty tolls in recent anti-Naxal operations. About Naxalism: Origins in Naxalbari: The Naxalite movement began in 1967 in Naxalbari village, West …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 September 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …

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J&K Militancy

Context: The ongoing assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) mark the first since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019 and its reorganisation into a Union Territory. The elections come amidst a significantly improved security scenario, particularly when compared to 2014, with a notable decline in terror-related incidents. Improved security situation: Terror-related incidents in …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27 September 2024

  UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …

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GlobE Network

Source: DD-News Context: India has been elected to the fifteen-member steering committee of the Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities (GlobE Network), an international initiative aimed at addressing corruption and financial crime.  About the GlobE Network: Origin: Launched in June 2021 under the G20 framework during a UN General Assembly Special Session against …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26 September 2024

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LAC issue

Reference:  Indian Express Syllabus: International Relations   Context: India and China are learnt to have made “significant progress” in narrowing their gap on pending issues along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.   Progress on LAC issue: Recent Diplomatic and Military Talks: The 31st WMCC talks and upcoming Corps Commanders’ meeting are …

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Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA)

Source: HT Context: The Supreme Court ruled that the 14-day timeline for granting sanctions under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) is mandatory, not discretionary, requiring strict adherence by both central and state governments. Non-compliance with this timeline could lead to the quashing of criminal proceedings, emphasizing the importance of swift and diligent decision-making in …

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