Manipur launches e-ILP platform

Inner line permit has helped in preserving the unique culture of North Eastern States but it has also led to decreasing interaction between the North Eastern States and other parts of India. Critically Analyze. (150 Words)

Approach:

• Introduce by giving a description of the Inner line permit (ILP) and its brief historical background
• Discuss why ILP was continued after Indian Independence and how it has helped preserve the unique culture of NE States
• Discuss how ILP creates a barrier in social, economic, and political interaction between North East and other parts of India
• Way Forward / Conclusion