Source: IE Context: Mission Sankalp, a massive anti-Naxal operation along the Chhattisgarh–Telangana border, entered its third week, with confirmed Maoist casualties and strategic gains. About Mission Sankalp: Launched by: Security forces under the joint command of Chhattisgarh Police, Telangana Police, CRPF, and CoBRA. Area of Operation: Karregutta hills, Bijapur district (Chhattisgarh) – Mulugu district (Telangana) …
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: …
Syllabus: Naxalism Source: PIB Context: Security forces eliminated 31 Naxalites in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, marking a major success in the government’s mission to make India Naxal-free by March 31, 2026. Understanding Naxalism: Definition: Naxalism refers to Left-Wing Extremist (LWE) movements inspired by Maoist ideology, advocating armed rebellion against the state. Reasons Behind Naxalism: Land Disputes & …
Syllabus: Internal Security Source: TH Context: Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the commitment to eliminate Naxalism from Chhattisgarh by 2026. What is Naxalism? Definition: Naxalism is a form of Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) that aims to overthrow the state using violent means, inspired by Maoist ideology. Origin: Began in Naxalbari village, West Bengal, in 1967 …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Source: IE Context: The efficacy of the Maoist movement needs to be gauged in terms of their declining social base, not on the basis of how many violent incidents occur. What led to the failure of the above approaches: Declining Maoist presence/violence …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Challenges to Internal Security Source: IE Context: Ten personnel of the Chhattisgarh Police’s District Reserve Guard (DRG) were reported killed in an IED attack by Maoists in the state’s Dantewada district. The left-wing extremism (LWE) or Naxal insurgency in India: It originated in a 1967 uprising in Naxalbari (West …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Internal Security Source: Times of India Context: Government informed that steadfast implementation of the national policy and action plan to address left-wing extremism has led to a 77% fall in the LWE violence from 2258 incidents in 2009 to 509 incidents in 2021. Other data given by the government: Fatalities …
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Introduction: A number of Left Wing Extremist outfits have been operating in certain remote and poorly connected pockets of the country for a few decades now. The Government has adopted a holistic approach to deal with Left Wing Extremism, in the areas of security, development, ensuring rights and entitlements of local communities, improvement in governance …
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Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. 6. While steps necessary to maintain law and order is an essential component to curb left-wing extremism, the spread of left-wing extremism (LWE) has other important factors which should be given due consideration. Critically analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The Hindu Why the question: With …
Context: In a meeting with State leaders and representatives, Home Minister noted that the geographical influence of the Maoists has reduced from 96 districts in 10 States in 2010 to 41 now. The contraction is not surprising. Armed struggle has found few takers beyond select pockets untouched by development or linkages with the …
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Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security 6. The menace of Left-wing extremism which is the single largest internal security threat in India is on a decline. It is indeed a welcome news but the Maoist threat remains a potent challenge to be overcome. Discuss. (250 words) Difficulty …
Context: Recently, an encounter between security forces and the Maoists in Sukma, a Maoist stronghold in Chhattisgarh, 22 jawans were killed. One CoBRA jawan, who was held hostage by the Maoists, has since been released. This followed a message from the Maoists to a Bijapur-based journalist that mercy would be shown to Mr. Minhas …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Dileep Kumar “What is objectionable, what is dangerous about extremists is not that they are extreme, but that they are intolerant. The evil is not what they say about their cause, but what they say about their opponents.” Naxalism, the far-left radical communist organization though trace its origin to West Bengal in the early 1960s, …
In Prime Minister’s words, Naxalism is the biggest internal security threat being faced by India. He is not wrong. Naxals have killed more security personnel and civilians than victims claimed by terrorists and other extremists in North East India put together. Government has adopted both violent and peaceful strategies to tackle threat posed by naxals. …
