Prahaar Conference on Counter Terrorism Policy and Strategy
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हे का महत्त्वाचे आहे
It highlights India's evolving national security architecture, counter-terrorism strategies, and cooperative policy measures under the Ministry of Home Affairs, making it directly relevant to GS Paper 3 (Internal Security).
सारांश
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the 'PRAHAAR - CT Policy and Strategy' conference in New Delhi, focusing on strengthening India's counter-terrorism framework and internal security mechanisms.
मुख्य मुद्दे
- Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah inaugurated the Conference on 'PRAHAAR - CT Policy and Strategy' in New Delhi.
- The conference focuses on formulating comprehensive counter-terrorism (CT) policies and security strategies for the nation.
- Emphasized strengthening internal security, inter-agency coordination, and proactive measures to tackle emerging terrorist threats.
महत्त्वाच्या संज्ञा
PRAHAAR - CT Policy and Strategy
A comprehensive national counter-terrorism strategy built on seven pillars—including prevention, response, and human rights—aimed at establishing a 10-year automated response framework down to the police station level.
UPSC context
UPSC Mains Paper III (Internal Security): Important for questions on security challenges, counter-terrorism frameworks, and policy responses.
Extradition Portal
A digital platform launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs to streamline and expedite coordination between domestic agencies and international counterparts for extraditing fugitive criminals.
UPSC context
UPSC Mains Paper III (Internal Security): Relevant for governance, transnational crime, and legal mechanisms against fugitives.
Ministry of Home Affairs
The central government ministry responsible for the maintenance of internal security, domestic policy, border management, and overseeing central armed police forces and counter-terrorism divisions.
UPSC context
UPSC Mains Paper III (Internal Security): Essential for understanding the institutional structure and governance of India's security apparatus.
पूर्वपरीक्षा सापळा
PRAHAAR is a newly established statutory body under the Ministry of Defence to handle border terrorism.
Aspirants often assume special counter-terrorism strategies like 'PRAHAAR' are standalone statutory bodies or military commands, whereas they represent policy dialogues and conferences steered by the MHA.
संबंधित स्थिर संकल्पना
What are the key institutional pillars of India's counter-terrorism architecture?
- Central Agency: National Investigation Agency (NIA) acts as the central counter-terrorism law enforcement agency without needing state consent for interstate operations.
- Intelligence Grid: Multi Agency Centre (MAC) under the Intelligence Bureau coordinates intelligence inputs across central and state security apparatuses daily.
- Contingency Force: National Security Guard (NSG) serves as the federal contingency force for specialized counter-hijacking and counter-terrorism operations.
आंतर-विषय नमुने
Internal Security + ARC Reforms
Anti-terror conferences link internal security architecture directly with financial intelligence units and cyberspace policing under the Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) recommendations.
Counter-Terrorism Strategy + Intelligence Fusion
CT policy shifts from reactive post-incident investigation to proactive multi-agency intelligence fusion, mirroring intelligence reform paradigms seen globally.
Expect statement-based questions combining National Security Guard (NSG), NIA mandates, and modern CT strategy shifts.
संबंधित PYQ · 3
संबंधित PYQ · 3
- 2023MainsGS3
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.
- 2025MainsGS3
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.
- 2021MainsGS3
Keeping in view India's internal security, analyse the impact of cross-border cyber attacks. Also discuss defensive measures against these sophisticated attacks.
