MHA seeks reports on Mansa activist killing, Gulzar Singh suicide and Gurdaspur attack
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Federal-state cooperation and institutional frameworks in narcotics control: a GS3 Internal Security case study.
Why in news
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) sought reports from the Punjab government regarding the killing of anti-drug activist Parwinder Singh alias Jhota, the suicide of Gulzar Singh, and a Gurdaspur attack.
Background
The MHA requested a 'comprehensive factual report' on the October 13 killing of Parwinder Singh alias Jhota in Mansa. The ministry also demanded progress on the 'Vision Document on Narcotics Control (2026-2029)' shared by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on August 10.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe Vision Document on Narcotics Control covers the period 2026-2029.
- BodyThe MHA (Union Ministry of Home Affairs) is the central body seeking reports on state law and order.
- SchemeThe Vision Document proposes a dedicated Anti-Narcotics Task Force and mandatory financial investigations.
- FactThe roadmap includes the establishment of stronger prosecution and NDPS courts.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Vision Document on Narcotics Control, consider the following statements:
- It proposes the establishment of a dedicated Anti-Narcotics Task Force.
- It focuses solely on physical seizures without financial investigations.
- The document covers the period 2026-2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)3 only
- (c)1 and 2 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (a) 1 only — Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states it includes mandatory financial investigations. Statement 3 is incorrect: The note states the period is 2026-2029.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the institutional and logistical challenges in curbing transnational drug trafficking and the role of federal-state cooperation in narcotics control.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-state coordination: Challenges in tracking transnational drug networks across state borders.
- Institutional bottlenecks: Need for specialized NDPS courts and mandatory financial investigation frameworks.
- Security-Governance nexus: Balancing law and order maintenance with the protection of grassroots activists.
Keywords: Narcotics Control · Transnational Networks · Federalism · Law and Order · Institutional Framework
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