GS3 · Practice questions
Terrorism
25 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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"The recent radical trends in Punjab show that the Khalistan issue is still simmering." Discuss the statement with respect to recent developments and suggest measures to handle it.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Non-state ActorsExtremism
The anonymity and ease of drone operation contribute to the challenges of India's border security. Elaborate and give suggestions to tackle the drone problem in border areas.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 14 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Border ManagementOrganised Crime
Despite multiple resolutions and initiatives undertaken by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), its efforts to counter terrorism have achieved limited success. Discuss the reasons for this limited effectiveness.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
TerrorismNon-state Actors
Recently formulated 'joint doctrine for cyberspace operations' by Indian armed forces will lead to strengthening of the cyber-security posture for both conventional operations as well as gray zone warfare. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 9 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Cyber SecuritySecurity Forces and Agencies
The International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) Report 2023 highlights a growing menace of drug trafficking in South Asia, with India being a major hub. Analyze the various dimensions of this challenge with respect to India. Also suggest a multi-pronged approach to address it.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 9 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Organised CrimeBorder Management
Discuss how cryptocurrency and other emerging technologies contribute to the menace of money laundering and terror financing. What steps have been undertaken by the Government of India to tackle this issue?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Money LaunderingCyber Security
What is hybrid warfare? How is it different from conventional warfare? How can India navigate the challenge of hybrid warfare?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Cyber SecurityNon-state Actors
What are the threats posed to India's internal security by external State and non-state actors? Discuss the strategies necessary to tackle these threats.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Non-state ActorsBorder Management
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have become an integral aspect of modern conflict and warfare, employed by both state and non-state actors. Discuss its implications for India's security architecture and state the measures being taken to address them. Also suggest other steps to tackle the threats emanating from UAVs.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Indigenisation and Defence TechnologySecurity Forces and Agencies
Despite decline in terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir, Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and proxy militant groups continue to pose a serious threat to India's internal security. What strategies can be adopted to neutralize these threats?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Non-state ActorsTerrorism
How does the long maritime border of India present immense internal security challenges? Suggest measures to address these challenges.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Maritime SecurityBorder Management
Socio-economic functions across the Indian border makes its management more complex. Discuss with suitable examples.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Border ManagementOrganised Crime
"Social media has emerged as a new frontier in modern warfare, shaping narratives, influencing perceptions, and impacting national security". In this context, analyse the role of social media in contemporary conflicts.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Media and Social NetworksCyber Security
What are organized crimes? Discuss the linkages between organized crime and terrorism. How do such linkages pose internal security challenges to India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Organised CrimeTerrorism
Discuss why the rising deployment of new and emerging technologies by prominent violent extremist organizations demand concerted global efforts.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Non-state ActorsTerrorism
'Operation Sindoor' signals a strategic evolution in India's approach to cross-border terrorism. Analyze.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
TerrorismNon-state Actors
Maritime security challenges are complex, driven by both conventional and non-conventional threats. In this context, discuss the key maritime security challenges in India. Also, highlight the measures taken by the government in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Maritime SecurityOrganised Crime
“Internal security challenges in India are increasingly shaped by external and transnational dynamics.” Examine the statement with relevant examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Non-state ActorsTerrorism
Discuss how emerging technologies and globalization contribute to terror financing. Elaborate measures to tackle the menace of terror financing both at national and international levels.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Money LaunderingCyber Security
The convergence of organized crime and terrorism presents a formidable challenge to the country's internal security. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Organised CrimeTerrorism
'Radicalisation in Jammu and Kashmir is driven as much by socio-economic factors as by external influences.' Discuss how education and youth engagement can play a role in countering radicalisation in J&K. 10M.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
ExtremismNon-state Actors
What is Hybrid Warfare? Highlighting its features discuss India's preparedness for hybrid warfare.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Non-state ActorsCyber Security
How does India's geographical location heighten its vulnerability to drug trafficking? Also, analyze various internal security risks linked to drug trafficking.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Organised CrimeBorder Management
Examine the impact of transnational organized crime on India's border security and suggest ways to strengthen inter-agency and international cooperation.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Organised CrimeBorder Management