India’s first anti-terror policy to be released soon
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Terrorism & insurgency (J&K, North-East)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Union government is finalising India's first anti-terror policy to provide a unified template for states to combat digital radicalization, open border misuse, and foreign-funded conversion networks.
Background
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is leading the policy formulation and organizing an anti-terror conference in December. The policy aims to standardize responses to terror-related incidents across all states following the Pahalgam attacks.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNIA: National Investigation Agency is the primary body involved in the policy discussions and briefing state police chiefs.
- FactThe policy specifically addresses three key areas: digital radicalization, misuse of open borders, and foreign-funded conversion networks.
- PostThe Union government is the central authority finalising the policy for nationwide implementation.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of a unified national anti-terror policy in addressing modern threats like digital radicalization and cross-border infiltration in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-agency coordination: Standardizing response protocols between the NIA and state police units.
- Technological threat: Addressing the rapid spread of radicalization through encrypted digital platforms.
- Border security: Balancing open border management with the prevention of infiltration and illicit funding.
Keywords: Counter-terrorism · Digital Radicalization · Internal Security · Inter-agency Coordination · Border Management
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