| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | India is set to introduce its first comprehensive anti-terror policy. |
| Purpose | To strengthen national security architecture by providing a unified framework for Centre and states. |
| Key Focus Areas | - Digital radicalization<br>- Misuse of open borders (e.g., Nepal frontier)<br>- Foreign-funded conversion and radicalization networks. |
| Preparation | - NIA conference scheduled for December 26-27, 2023 in New Delhi.<br>- Consultations led by NIA Director General Sadanand Date and NSG Chief Brighu Srinivasan. |
| Influential Cases | - April 22 Pahalgam terror attack: Highlighted the need for improved data access through NATGRID.<br>- November 10 suicide attack near Red Fort: Revealed the role of online radicalization. |
| Background | - India lacks a single overarching national anti-terror policy.<br>- New policy aims to integrate intelligence-sharing, preventive strategies, and operational responses. |
| Significance | - Marks a shift from reactive counter-terrorism to proactive intelligence-driven prevention.<br>- Aims to enhance inter-agency coordination. |
| Key Takeaways | - First comprehensive anti-terror policy.<br>- Focus on digital radicalization, open borders, and foreign-funded networks.<br>- NATGRID, NIA, NSG, IB, and state police play crucial roles. |
| Question | Q. India is set to introduce its first comprehensive policy in which area?<br>A. Cybersecurity<br>B. Anti-terrorism<br>C. Border management<br>D. Disaster management |
