Paper: GS – III, Subject: Internal Security, Topic: Terrorism & Extremism, Issue: Prahaar Policy.
Context:
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced the ‘Prahaar’ policy, which is structured around seven key pillars. These pillars form a multi-layered strategy designed to address the complexities of terrorism in India.
Key Takeaways:
Guiding Principles:
- Zero Tolerance: No justification for terrorism under any circumstances.
- Victim-Centric Approach: India stands firmly with victims of terror.
- No Religious Attribution: Terrorism is not associated with any religion, ethnicity, or civilisation.
- Concern Over State Sponsorship: Notes that some countries in the region have used terrorism as an instrument of state policy.
Challenges Highlighted in the Policy:
The ‘Prahaar’ policy identifies several challenges that counter-terrorism agencies face:
- Technological Evolution: Terrorists are increasingly using advanced technologies, such as encryption, the dark web, and cryptocurrency, to operate anonymously and evade detection.
- Use of CBRNED Materials: Disrupting terrorist access to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, explosive, and digital materials remain a significant challenge.
- Drone and Robotics Misuse: The potential for state and non-state actors to misuse drones and robotics for terrorist purposes poses a new threat that requires urgent attention.
- Cyber Threats: Criminal hackers and nation-states targeting India through cyberattacks highlight the need for robust cybersecurity measures.
Prahaar is India’s comprehensive counter-terror policy emphasizing prevention, coordinated response, technological preparedness, human rights, and global cooperation. Its success depends on effective collaboration among government agencies, civil society, and international partners.
Source: (The Indian Express, The Hindu)
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