Evolution of Terrorism and India's Counter-Terrorism Strategy

This concept is central to India's internal security, foreign policy, and its role in global counter-terrorism efforts. It covers the dynamic nature of threats and the strategic responses required, directly aligning with GS2 (International Relations) and GS3 (Internal Security) syllabi.

Terrorism, a persistent global threat, has evolved from large, hierarchical organizations to decentralized, technologically-enabled networks, including lone-wolf attacks. India's counter-terrorism strategy has similarly adapted, shifting from a passive, reactive stance to a proactive and assertive approach, particularly concerning cross-border terrorism.

Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis

Prelims angle: Factual recall