Border Security and Organised Crime PYQ | UPSC GS III

2026

1. · Paper Q10 · 2026 · 10 marks · Solution

Ladakh is strategically located between China and Pakistan. As a measure to win hearts and minds of locals, discuss the Border Area Development Programmes (BADP) by the Central Government and civic actions by the Army. Also discuss demand of promulgation of provision of the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution for Ladakh.

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2025

2. · Paper Q9 · 2025 · 10 marks · Solution

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.

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2024

3. · Paper Q9 · 2024 · 10 marks · Solution

Explain how narco-terrorism has emerged as a serious threat across the country. Suggest suitable measures to counter narco-terrorism.

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4. · Paper Q19 · 2024 · 15 marks · Solution

India has a long and troubled border with China and Pakistan, fraught with contentious issues. Examine the conflicting issues and security challenges along the border. Also give out the development being undertaken in these areas under the Border Area Development Programme (BADP) and Border Infrastructure andManagement (BIM) Scheme.

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2023

5. · Paper Q9 · 2023 · 10 marks · Solution

Winning of 'Hearts and Minds' in terrorism affected areas is an essential step in restoring the trust of the population. Discuss the measures adopted by the Government in this respect as part of the conflict resolution in Jammu and Kashmir.

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6. · Paper Q10 · 2023 · 10 marks · Solution

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs) by our adversaries across the borders to ferry arms/ammunitions, drugs, etc., is a serious threat to the internal security. Comment on the measures being taken to tackle this threat.

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2022

7. · Paper Q9 · 2022 · 10 marks · Solution

Discuss the types of organised crimes. Describe the linkages between terrorists and organised crime that exist at the national and transnational levels.

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2021

8. · Paper Q20 · 2021 · 15 marks · Solution

Analyse the complexity and intensity of terrorism, its causes, linkages and obnoxious nexus. Also suggest measures required to be taken to eradicate the menace of terrorism.

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2020

9. · Paper Q10 · 2020 · 10 marks · Solution

For effective border area management, discuss the steps required to be taken to deny local support to militants and also suggest ways to manage favourable perception among locals.

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10. · Paper Q20 · 2020 · 15 marks · Solution

Analyse internal security threats and transborder crimes along Myanmar, Bangladesh and Pakistan borders including Line of Control (LoC). Also discuss the role played by various security forces in this regard.

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2019

11. · Paper Q19 · 2019 · 15 marks · Solution

Indian Government has recently strengthened the anti-terrorism laws by amending the unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 and the NIA act. Analyze the changes in the context of prevailing security environment while discussing the scope and reasons for opposing the UAPA by human rights organizations.

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12. · Paper Q20 · 2019 · 15 marks · Solution

Cross-Border movement of insurgents is only one of the several security challenges facing the policing of the border in North-East India. Examine the various challenges currently emanating across the India-Myanmar border. Also, discuss the steps to counter the challenges.

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2017

13. · Paper Q20 · 2017 · 15 marks · Solution

The scourge of terrorism is a grave challenge to national security. What solutions do you suggest to curb this growing menace? What are the major sources of terrorist funding?

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2016

14. · Paper Q18 · 2016 · 12 marks · Solution

'Terrorism is emerging as a competitive industry over the last few decades." Analyse the above statement.

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15. · Paper Q19 · 2016 · 12 marks · Solution

Border management is a complex task due to difficult terrain and hostile relations with some countries. Elucidate the challenges and strategies for effective border management.

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