Current Affairs for UPSC IAS

Practice Question:

In public perception a government that is unable to discharge all its responsibilities is more likely to respond when the demand is loud, organized and backed by acts of violence. Within this context, evaluate background for the rise in internal security challenges and how far has the state acted in right consonance in dealing with it.

Practice question:

In the light of recent terrorist attack in a mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand, discuss the causes and impacts of such incidents. What are the existing provisions in India to deal with such situations and what more needs to be done?

1. Left Wing Extremism (LWE) is showing a downward trend, but still affects many parts of the country. Briefly explain the Government of India’s approach to counter the challenge posed by LWE. (UPSC 2018 GS3)

Approach-

• Introduction with data or evidence showing that LWE has reduced
• Area still having red corridor districts.
• Governments of India’s approach to counter Naxalism
• Limitation of approach.
• Way Forward

2. As per Ministry of Home Affairs, the naxalism in India is on its last leg as seen by reduction in number of Left Wing Extremist (LWE) affected districts. Critically analyse the factors behind it and its limitations.

CCIT in a nutshell:

Practice Question-

The Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism is a proposed treaty which intends to criminalise all forms of international terrorism and is indeed the need of the hour. Despite this, there has been a deadlock in its acceptance. In the light of this statement, analyse why the treaty’s adoption is important for India. Also, discuss challenges in its adoption.