Terrorsim UPSC Mains Questions (Model Answers & Hints)

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Personal liberty is the most cherished of all fundamental rights, and no statutory provision can make its deprivation the rule rather than the exception. In light of the Supreme Court's ruling in Andrabi vs NIA, examine the tension between national security legislation and Article 21 of the Constitution.

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The Constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21. Examine the tension between national security imperatives and constitutional safeguards for the accused, with reference to the judiciary's evolving position on prolonged pre-trial detention.

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Critically discuss the impact of double standards in addressing terrorism on international relations. How can nations foster a more cohesive global strategy to combat extremism?

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“An eye for an eye will make the whole world blind.” — Mahatma Gandhi. In the light of the above statement, critically examine the challenges in addressing terrorism through a unified global approach, particularly in the context of violence, peace, and international cooperation.

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Examine the implications of state-sponsored terrorism on global peace. In what ways can the international community effectively address the issue?

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Discuss the changing dynamics of Pakistan-Taliban relations after the Taliban’s return to power. How do these tensions affect Pakistan’s security and regional stability in South-Central Asia?

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Evaluate the significance of India's first anti-terror policy, PRAHAAR, in the context of evolving cyber threats and national security. What steps can be taken to enhance its effectiveness?

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Analyze the implications of linking cyber threats to terrorism in India's anti-terrorism policy. How does this integration reflect on national defense and security frameworks?

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Technology in intelligence is neither neutral nor self-limiting.” Discuss this statement with reference to NATGRID, focusing on surveillance, democratic oversight, and the balance between national security and individual rights.

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Critically evaluate the challenges posed by fugitives operating from abroad in high-value financial crimes. How should India enhance cross-border enforcement and coordination to prevent transnational money laundering?

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Evaluate the effectiveness of NIA’s multi-pronged approach in 2025—including extraditions, arrests, and technical advancements—in combating terrorism, organized crime, and human trafficking across India and abroad.

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Critically analyse concerns regarding misuse of stringent provisions of the NDPS Act.

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Critically examine the effectiveness of NCB’s focused zone strategies, joint operations, and asset-freezing initiatives in dismantling cross-border drug networks. How can these approaches be strengthened to address evolving drug trends?

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