Terrorism’s data retreat hides emerging global threats

Consider the following statements :

Statement-I : There is instability and worsening security situation in the Sahel region.
Statement-II: There have been military takeovers/coups d'état in several countries of the Sahel region in the recent past.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

1. A. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-I Statement-II explains
2. B. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
3. C. Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
4. D. Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

India is one of the founding members of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), a multimodal transportation corridor, which will connect

1. A. India to Central Asia to Europe via Iran
2. B. India to Central Asia via China
3. C. India to South-East Asia through Bangladesh and Myanmar
4. D. India to Europe through Azerbaijan

Consider the following pairs : Area of conflict mentioned in news Country where it is located
1. Donbas : Syria
2. Kachin : Ethiopia
3. Tigray : North Yemen

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

1. A. Only one
2. B. Only two
3. C. All three
4. D. None

The term "two-state solution" is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of -

1. A. China
2. B. Israel
3. C. Iraq
4. D. Yemen

In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not participant/ participants?
1. Bangladesh
2. Cambodia
3. China
4. Myanmar
5. Thailand

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1. A. 1 only
2. B. 2, 3 and 4
3. C. 1 and 3 only
4. D. 1, 2 and 5 only

Consider the following pairs :
Regions : often Reason for being in news
1. North Kivu and Ituri : War between Armenia and Azerbaijan
2. Nagorno-Karabakh : Insurgency in Mozambique
3. Kherson and Zaporizhzhia : Dispute between Israel and Lebanon

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched ?

1. A. Only one
2. B. Only Two
3. C. All three
4. D. None

With reference to the United Nations General Assembly, consider the following statements:
1. The UN General Assembly can grant observer status to the non-member States.
2. Inter-governmental organisations can seek observer status in the UN General Assembly.
3. Permanent Observers in the UN General Assembly can maintain missions at the UN headquarters.

Which of the statements given above are correct ?

1. A. 1 and 2 only
2. B. 2 and 3 only
3. C. 1 and 3 only
4. D. 1, 2 and 3

Consider the following statements regarding the India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS):
1. The summit held in 2015 marked the third edition of the IAFS.
2. The IAFS mechanism was instituted under the leadership of Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. A. 1 only
2. B. 2 only
3. C. Both 1 and 2
4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

Which of the following is not a member of ‘Gulf Cooperation Council’?

1. A. Iran
2. B. Saudi Arabia
3. C. Oman
4. D. Kuwait

India is a member of which of the following?

1. Asia-Pacific economic corporation.
2. Association of South-East Asian Nations.
3. East Asia Summit

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1. A. 1 and 2 only
2. B. 3 only
3. C. 1, 2, and 3
4. D. India is a member of none of them

Does tribal development in India centre around two axes, those of displacement and of rehabilitation? Give your opinion.

Achieving sustainable growth with emphasis on environmental protection could come into conflict with poor people’s needs in a country like India – Comment.

How do you account for the growing fast food industries given that there are increased health concerns in modern society? Illustrate your answer with the Indian experience.

Mahatma Jotirao Phule’s writings and efforts of social reforms touched issues of almost all subaltern classes. Discuss.

Do you think that globalization results in only an aggressive consumer culture? Justify your answer.

The ethos of civil service in India stand for the combination of professionalism with nationalistic consciousness – Elucidate.

The article highlights that despite a reported decline in global terrorism fatalities in 2025, "the world is not necessarily becoming safer; it is becoming unevenly unsafe." Which of the following best explains this statement?

1. A. Global terrorism has been largely eradicated, but new forms of crime are emerging.
2. B. Terrorism is now highly concentrated in specific fragile states, masking a global reduction in its overall impact.
3. C. The decline in fatalities is a statistical anomaly that will soon reverse globally.
4. D. Developed nations are experiencing a surge in terrorism, while developing nations are becoming safer.

According to the article, a significant shift in the methodology of modern terrorism involves:

1. A. A return to large-scale, state-sponsored attacks.
2. B. An increased reliance on complex, high-tech cyber warfare operations.
3. C. A move towards decentralised, lone-actor attacks facilitated by digital recruitment.
4. D. The exclusive targeting of military installations in stable countries.

The article identifies a strong correlation between the prevalence of terrorism and which of the following conditions?

1. A. High levels of economic development and robust democratic institutions.
2. B. Political instability and the erosion of state capacity.
3. C. Rapid urbanization and industrialization in developing countries.
4. D. Global climate change and natural resource scarcity.

"The world is not necessarily becoming safer; it is becoming unevenly unsafe." In light of this statement, discuss the evolving nature of global terrorism and its implications for international security cooperation.

Introduce the paradox of declining aggregate numbers versus concentrated threat, elaborate on the shifts in methodology and geography, and then analyze the challenges and opportunities for international cooperation.

The article advocates for a proactive counter-terrorism strategy that addresses structural issues and strengthens state capacity, particularly in international border zones. Analyze how India can adapt and implement such a strategy to counter the evolving threats of terrorism.

Begin by outlining the article's proposed strategy, then discuss its relevance to India's context, focusing on specific measures for border security, state capacity building, and development alignment.