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Internal Security Mains: 50 questions.

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GS III 2025 10 marks 150 words

The Government of India recently stated that Left Wing Extremism (LWE) will be eliminated by 2026. What do you understand by LWE and how are the people affected by it? What measur…

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GS III 2025 15 marks 250 words

What are the major challenges to internal security and peace process in the North-Eastern States? Map the various peace accords and agreements initiated by the government in the p…

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GS III 2025 15 marks 250 words

Why is maritime security vital to protect India's sea trade? Discuss maritime and coastal security challenges and the way forward.

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GS III 2025 10 marks 150 words

Terrorism is a global scourge. How has it manifested in India? Elaborate with contemporary examples. What are the counter measures adopted by the State? Explain.

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GS III 2024 15 marks 250 words

India has a long and troubled border with China and Pakistan fraught with contentious issues. Examine the conflicting issues and security challenges along the border. Also give ou…

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GS III 2024 15 marks 250 words

Social media and encrypting messaging services pose a serious security challenge. What measures have been adopted at various levels to address the security implications of social…

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GS III 2024 10 marks 150 words

Explain how narco-terrorism has emerged as a serious threat across the country. Suggest suitable measures to counter narco-terrorism.

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GS III 2023 10 marks 150 words

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs) by our adversaries across the borders to ferry arms/ammunitions, drugs, etc., is a serious threat to the internal security. Comment on th…

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GS III 2023 15 marks 250 words

What are the internal security challenges being faced by India? Give out the role of Central Intelligence and Investigative Agencies tasked to counter such threats.

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GS III 2023 15 marks 250 words

Give out the major sources of terror funding in India and efforts being made to curtail these sources. In the light of this, also discuss the aim and objective of the ' No Money f…

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GS III 2023 10 marks 150 words

Winning of 'Hearts and Minds' in terrorism affected areas is an essential step in restoring the trust of the population. Discuss the measures adopted by the Government in this res…

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GS III 2022 10 marks 150 words

What are the maritime security challenges in India ? Discuss the organisational, technical and procedural initiatives taken to improve the maritime security.

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GS III 2022 15 marks 250 words

What are the different elements of cyber security ? Keeping in view the challenges in cyber security, examine the extent to which India has successfully developed a comprehensive…

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GS III 2022 15 marks 250 words

Naxalism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat. In this context, discuss the emerging issues gest a multilayered strategy…

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GS III 2022 10 marks 150 words

Discuss the types of organised crimes. Describe the linkages between terrorists and organised crime that exist at the national and transnational levels.

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GS III 2021 10 marks 150 words

Keeping in view India's internal security, analyse the impact of cross-border cyber attacks. Also discuss defensive measures against these sophisticated attacks.

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GS III 2021 15 marks 250 words

Analyse the multidimensıonal challenges posed by external state and non-state actors, to the internal security of India. Also discuss measures required to be taken to combat these…

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GS III 2021 15 marks 250 words

Analyse the complexity and intensity of terrorism, its causes, linkages and obnoxious nexus. Also suggest measures required to be taken to eradicate the menace of terrorism.

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GS III 2021 10 marks 150 words

Discuss how emerging technologies and globalisation contribute to money laundering. Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering both at national and international…

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GS III 2020 10 marks 150 words

For effective border area management, discuss the steps required to be taken to deny local support to militants and also suggest ways to manage favourable perception among locals.

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GS III 2020 15 marks 250 words

What are the determinants of left-wing extremism in Eastern part of India? What strategy should Government of India, civil administration and security forces adopt to counter the…

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GS III 2020 15 marks 250 words

Analyse internal security threats and transborder crimes along Myanmar, Bangladesh and Pakistan borders including Line of Control (LoC). Also discuss the role played by various se…

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GS III 2020 10 marks 150 words

Discuss different types of cybercrimes and measures required to be taken to fight the menace.

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GS III 2019 10 marks 150 words

What is CyberDome Project? Explain how it can be useful in controlling internet crimes in India.

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GS III 2019 15 marks 250 words

Indian Government has recently strengthened the anti-terrorism laws by amending the unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 and the NIA act. Analyze the changes in the c…

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GS III 2019 15 marks 250 words

Cross-Border movement of insurgents is only one of the several security challenges facing the policing of the border in North-East India. Examine the various challenges currently…

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GS III 2019 10 marks 150 words

The banning of 'Jammat-e-Islami' in Jammu and Kashmir brought into focus the role of over-ground workers (OGWs) in assisting terrorist organizations. Examine the role played by OG…

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GS III 2018 10 marks 150 words

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 po…

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GS III 2018 15 marks 250 words

Data security has assumed significant importance in the digitized world due to rising cyber-crimes. The Justice B. N. Srikrishna Committee Report addresses issues related to data…

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GS III 2018 15 marks 250 words

India's proximity to two of the world's biggest illicit opium-growing states has enhanced her internal security concerns. Explain the linkages between drug trafficking and other i…

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GS III 2017 10 marks 150 words

The north-eastern region of India has been infested with insurgency for a very long time. Analyze the major reasons for the survival of armed insurgency in this region.

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GS III 2017 15 marks 250 words

Mob violence is emerging as a serious law and order problem in India. By giving suitable examples, analyze the causes and consequences of such violence.

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GS III 2017 15 marks 250 words

The scourge of terrorism is a grave challenge to national security. What solutions do you suggest to curb this growing menace? What are the major sources of terrorist funding?

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GS III 2017 10 marks 150 words

Discuss the potential threats of Cyber attack and the security framework to prevent it.

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GS III 2016 15 marks 250 words

The terms 'Hot Pursuit' and 'Surgical Strikes' are often used in connection with armed action against terrorist attacks. Discuss the strategic impact of such actions.

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GS III 2016 15 marks 250 words

'Terrorism is emerging as a competitive industry over the last few decades." Analyse the above statement.

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GS III 2016 15 marks 250 words

Border management is a complex task due to difficult terrain and hostile relations with some countries. Elucidate the challenges and strategies for effective border management.

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GS III 2016 15 marks 250 words

Use of internet and social media by non-state actors for subversive activities is a major security concern. How have these been misused in the recent past? Suggest effective guide…

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GS III 2015 15 marks 250 words

Discuss the advantage and security implication of cloud hosting of servers vis-a-vis in house machine based hosting for government business.

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GS III 2015 15 marks 250 words

Human right activists constantly highlight the fact that the Armed forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) is a draconian act leading to cases of human right abuses by security…

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GS III 2015 15 marks 250 words

Religious indoctrination via social media has resulted in Indian youth joining the ISIS. What is ISIS and its mission? How can ISIS be dangerous to the internal security of our co…

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GS III 2015 15 marks 250 words

Considering the threats cyberspace poses for the country, India needs a "Digital Armed Forces" to prevent crimes. Critically evaluate the National Cyber Security Policy, 2013 outl…

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GS III 2014 12 marks 150 words

"The diverse nature of India as a multi-religious and multi-ethnic society is not immune to the impact of radicalism which is seen in her neighbourhood? Discuss along with strateg…

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GS III 2014 12 marks 150 words

How does illegal trans-border migration pose a threat to India's security? Discuss the strategies to curb this, bringing out the factors which give impetus to such migration.

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GS III 2014 12 marks 150 words

In 2012, the longitudinal marking for high-risk areas for piracy was moved from 65 degrees east to 78 degrees east in the Arabian Sea by the International Maritime Organisation. W…

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GS III 2013 10 marks 150 words

Money laundering poses a serious security threat to a country's economic sovereignty. What is its significance for India and what steps are required to be taken to control this me…

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GS III 2013 10 marks 150 words

What are social networking sites and what security implications do these sites present?

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GS III 2013 10 marks 150 words

Cyber warfare is considered by some defense analysts to be a larger threat than even Al Qaeda or terrorism. What do you understand by Cyber warfare? Outline the cyber threats whic…

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GS III 2013 10 marks 150 words

Article 244 of the Indian Constitution relates to administration of schedules area and tribal areas. Analyse the impact of non-implementation of the provisions of the Fifth schedu…

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GS III 2013 10 marks 150 words

How far are India's internal security challenges linked with border management particularly in view of the long porous borders with most countries of South Asia and Myanmar?

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