GS3 · Topic
Security Forces and Agencies
The mandate and functioning of the security forces, central armed police forces and intelligence agencies.
103 UPSC Mains GS3 questions on Security Forces and Agencies that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Give a brief account of various security forces deployed to protect India's terrestrial and maritime borders. Examine various challenges faced by these security forces and suggest measures to effectively address them.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management
Present a brief account of various security forces deployed to protect India's terrestrial and maritime borders. Also, bring out various challenges faced by border security forces and suggest measures to effectively address them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management
Drones in border areas present a serious threat for border management in India. Elaborate. Also, discuss the different measures taken to regulate the use of drones in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Border ManagementEmerging Technologies
Despite being seminal to the security and integrity of the country, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) themselves face a plethora of challenges. Discuss the statement, suggesting ways to ameliorate their problems.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and Agencies
What is fifth-generation warfare? Examine the emerging challenges associated with it and suggest measures India should adopt to strengthen its preparedness.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Cyber SecurityMedia and Social Networks
The Indian Coast Guard's multifaceted role is vital for maintaining the security and integrity of India's maritime domain. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Security Forces and AgenciesMaritime Security
Recent drone incursions have exposed gaps in India's border management. Critically assess current strategies and suggest concise technological and policy reforms to enhance border security.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Border ManagementIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Explaining India's enduring coastal vulnerabilities, discuss what are "critical gaps" in the coastal security architecture of India and how are they being plugged for improved near-seas security.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Maritime SecuritySecurity Forces and Agencies
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) is the stepping stone for tri-services integration in India. In this context, discuss the significance of CDS and outlines the challenges faced in its appointment. Also, discuss further reforms required to make Indian military a modern force.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Security Forces and AgenciesIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Outlining the various cyber threats faced by India, assess the state of the country's prepared-ness to deal with the same.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Cyber SecurityNon-state Actors
What do you understand by theaterisation of commands? Enumerating the impediments in theaterisation for India's armed forces, discuss the role of Chief of Defence Staff in enhancing the effectiveness of India's external security response.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Security Forces and Agencies
Assess the role of Special Frontier Force and Assam Rifles in safeguarding India's border security and internal security respectively.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management
Critically examine the effectiveness of recent anti-Naxal operations in India. What challenges remain in ensuring long-term peace and development in Naxal-affected regions?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
ExtremismSecurity Forces and Agencies
Often criticised as draconian by human rights activists, AFSPA is justified as a necessary evil by its supporters. Critically appraise the utility of Armed Forces Special Powers Act in light of the prevailing security situation.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and AgenciesExtremism
Discuss the salient features of Agnipath scheme. Underlining the benefits of the scheme, mention ways to overcome associated challenges.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and Agencies
Evaluate the recent legislative measures and anti-terror agencies in India. Highlight the lacunae in these legislative measures and agencies. Additionally, discuss what needs to be done to address these issues.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Security Forces and AgenciesTerrorism
Developing a joint culture within the armed forces is often seen as essential for operational effectiveness. In this context, discuss the significance of creating theatre commands for enhancing the joint culture within Indian armed forces.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Security Forces and Agencies
Highlight the functions of various agencies within the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) responsible for India's internal security. Also, emphasize the associated issues and corresponding measures.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Security Forces and Agencies
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) is necessary for maintaining peace and stability in the 'disturbed areas'. Critically examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Security Forces and AgenciesExtremism
Highlight the Maritime security challenges to India. Analyze the significance of the Maritime Anti-Piracy Act 2022 in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Maritime SecuritySecurity Forces and Agencies
Internal Security of the country is a shared responsibility between the citizens and the government. Discuss the role of citizens in maintaining internal security.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and Agencies
AFSPA gave "sweeping power" to men in uniform without granting citizens protection against its misuse." In the light of this statement, critically examine the need for such draconian act in a democratic state like India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Security Forces and AgenciesExtremism
Analyze the shift in terrorist activities from the Kashmir Valley to the Jammu region in recent times. Suggest measures that the Government can adopt to mitigate the impact of these challenges on its national security.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
TerrorismBorder Management
While addressing the broader challenges of national security the finer questions of human security are often overlooked. What do you understand by human security? Also, recommend measures to build a robust human security paradigm?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Security Forces and Agencies
Border Security Force's jurisdiction has been increased to a uniform 50 km from borders on Pakistan and Bangladesh borders. Discuss the necessity of this move and the potential issues arising out of it.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management
21st century has seen a new form of security threats. In this context, discuss the need for police reforms in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and Agencies
Integrated Theatre Commands shall bring jointness in operation, synergy of resources and enable armed forces in carrying out swift, effective, and decisive actions. Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Security Forces and Agencies
The CRPF performs a variety of duties to uphold our national security. Comment on the diverse challenges that CRPF has to navigate while performing its duties.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Security Forces and AgenciesExtremism
In context of border security, how can coop and coord between diff security agencies be improved to ensure effective and efficient management of coastal and terrestrial borders?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management
Discuss the critical challenges involved in High Altitude warfare. Examine the level of India's preparedness for this kind of warfare.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Security Forces and AgenciesBorder Management