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Examine the socio-economic and governance factors that sustain Maoist ideology. Assess why these issues persist despite policy interventions. Recommend multi-dimensional reforms to mitigate these persistent challenges.

Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism Q5. Examine the socio-economic and governance factors that sustain Maoist ideology. Assess why these issues persist despite policy interventions. Recommend multi-dimensional reforms to mitigate these persistent challenges. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question The declining intensity of Maoist insurgency alongside persistent socio-economic disparities …

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Trace the evolution of the Naxalite movement in post-independence India. Discuss the factors responsible for its decline in recent years.

Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country. Q1. Trace the evolution of the Naxalite movement in post-independence India. Discuss the factors responsible for its decline in recent years. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Easy Reference: TH Why the question Recent decline in left-wing extremism and ongoing debates on internal security highlight the importance of understanding …

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Trace the ideological and organisational evolution of Left-Wing Extremism in India. Analyse the reasons for its regional concentration. Evaluate recent policy initiatives to contain it.

Topic: Left wing Extremism (LWE)/ Naxalism Q5. Trace the ideological and organisational evolution of Left-Wing Extremism in India. Analyse the reasons for its regional concentration. Evaluate recent policy initiatives to contain it. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Left-Wing Extremism continues to be a core internal security concern even as violence …

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What is Left-Wing Extremism? Analyse the structural and socio-economic conditions that sustain it in India.

Topic: Linkage between development and spread of Extremism Q5. What is Left-Wing Extremism? Analyse the structural and socio-economic conditions that sustain it in India. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Easy Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Left-Wing Extremism remains a core internal security challenge despite declining violence, raising questions about deeper structural and developmental causes beyond policing. …

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From Red Corridor to Naxal-Free Bharat

Source: TH Subject: Naxalism Context: India is close to achieving a Naxal-free Bharat, with Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) districts reduced from 126 (2014) to 11 (2025) and only 3 most-affected districts remaining. About From Red Corridor to Naxal-Free Bharat: Trends in Naxalism in India (2014–2025): Sharp territorial contraction: Maoist influence shrank from 126 to 11 districts, …

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Kondapalli Transformation

Context: Kondapalli village in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, has received mobile connectivity and electricity for the first time, marking a major shift after decades under Maoist influence. About Kondapalli Transformation: What It Is? A remote tribal gram panchayat in Maoist-affected Bijapur district that has gained mobile connectivity (first-ever tower) and electricity after years of isolation due to …

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“The state has succeeded in degrading Naxalism’s armed capacity, but has not fully resolved the structural anxieties that first made insurgency thinkable”. Discuss.

Topic: Linkages between development and spread of extremism. Q5. “The state has succeeded in degrading Naxalism’s armed capacity, but has not fully resolved the structural anxieties that first made insurgency thinkable”. Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question: Asked due to the sharp decline in LWE-affected districts and recent mass surrenders, …

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Maharashtra’s Urban Maoism Bill

Context: The Maharashtra Special Public Security (MSPS) Bill 2025, aimed at curbing left-wing extremist activity in urban areas, was passed in the State Assembly by voice vote. About Maharashtra Urban Maoism Bill: Official Name: Maharashtra Special Public Security (MSPS) Bill, 2025. Objective: To prevent unlawful activities by Left-Wing Extremist (LWE) or similar organisations, especially in …

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Mission Sankalp

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) …

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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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Naxalism

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 & …

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Naxalism

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 …

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Maoist challenge: Needs political understanding, not securitisation

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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SANSAD TV: PERSPECTIVE- LEFT WING EXTREMISM

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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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.

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 …

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Insights into Editorial: Tackling the Maoists: On Left Wing Extremism

    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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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.

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 …

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Insights into Editorial: The long battle against the Maoists

  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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