AIR 55 · CSE 2024 · GS3 · 32 pages

Ritika Chitlangia: GS3 answer copy

10 answers by Ritika Chitlangia, as written in the test. Each question opens a page with how other toppers answered it.

The questions

  1. Q1"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
  2. Q2The 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
  3. Q3"The resource curse of Eastern and Central India has been a crucial driver of LWE". Elaborate and suggest measures for sustainable and inclusive development of the region.10 marks
  4. Q4In light of the declining trend of violence in the North East and J&K region do you think that AFSPA has lived its utility? Comment.10 marks
  5. Q5Ethnic conflicts and cross-border migration along India-Myanmar and India-Bangladesh borders impact India's internal security. Comment.10 marks
  6. Q6The recent rise in ransomware attacks targeting critical infrastructure and major corporations has highlighted the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures and policies. Discussing the key factors contributing to this trend, analyze the impact of these attacks on various sectors.15 marks
  7. Q7Analyse the multidimensional 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 threats.15 marks
  8. Q8The transformation of terrorism through the use of new and emerging technologies like metaverse and virtual assets is a matter of concern. How can we counter the Use of New and Emerging Technologies for Terrorist Purposes and Elucidate the importance of the "Delhi declaration" in this regard?15 marks
  9. Q9India needs to update its Information Technology Act of 2000 to deal with emerging internal and external communication security and to make the cyber ecosystem more safe and secure. Discuss.15 marks
  10. Q10Naxalism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat. In this context, discuss the emerging issues and suggest a multilayered strategy to tackle the menace of Naxalism.15 marks

The answers

Question 1 · 10 marks · 178 words written

"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.

Opening · a restatement

Radical trends of Punjab, including terrorist killings, separatist movements etc. have been simmering, demanding a dynamic understanding of Khalistani issue.

Radical trends of Khalistan issue:

Body · points

  1. Bitter memories of 1984 killings by separatist elements → radicalisation of punjabi youth.
  2. External support to Khalistani movement → sustained by agencies in USA - Canada → outmigration of youth and involvement in fuelling separatism.
  3. Decline of agri-productivity and environmental resources → increase in poverty → increase in attractiveness of separatist movements.
  4. International issues leads to involvement in domestic politics. Eg: sith outrage on killings of Khalistani leaders.

Measures to handle issues

  1. strengthening and re-structuring of Punjab's agro-economy to reduce poverty, unemployment and illiteracy among the youth.
  2. International dialogue between india- USA/canada to respect the internal sovereignty of india.
  3. stopping the funding for Khalistani separatism through drug elimination.
  4. strict action against incitement and radicalisation of youth.
  5. use of technology to identify Khalistani hideouts and elimination.

Close · a summary

Therefore, the elimination of Khalistani separatism is neassary to ensure the internal unity, integrity and sovereignty of the country.