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Question 10discussGS3GS1

Naxalism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat. In this context, discuss the emerging issues gest a multilayered strategy to tackle the menace of Naxalism. (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

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Naxalism is a political ideology that advocates for radical social, political & economic change through abolition of capitalism & dismantling of existing power structure, often employing violent tactics.

Naxalism is socioeconomic & developmental issue

A) Social issues

1Non participatory & undemocratic decision making
2Continued social evil practices like untouchability, etc.
3Absence of grievance redressal mechanism
4Opportunistic politics

B) Economic issues

1Resource curse
2Low human capital & skill set
3Disruption of traditional livelihood
4Chronic shortage of credit & opportunities

C) Developmental issues

1Development induced displacement
2Non implementation of safeguards Ex: FRA, PESA, LARR Act
3Failure of land reforms & land alienation

Emerging issues gestly multilayered strategy

1International space or presence
Formation of strategic united front across borders
2Proposed new CPI corridor from Pune to Ahmedabad
3Digital presence of Naxalism
Use of new & emerging technologies to synergise their activities & resources
4Urban Naxal phenomenon
Individuals, often activists who are accused of providing financial or ideological support to Naxal groups operating in India
5Decline in total number but increase in intensity of Naxal attacks

Ex: Death of security personnel with explosion of IEDs in Dantewada

6Armed insurgency & mass mobilisation through ICT technology and formation of front organisation

Way forward

A) Physical Infrastructural & Inclusive development

1Aspirational district program - spearheaded by MoNA in LWE districts
2Educational initiatives - Livelihood colleges, Eklavya residential, scholarships, etc
3PM PVTG development scheme, PESA implementation & clear, hold & develop strategy

B) Institutional measures -> Civic Action programs

Special infrastructure scheme
Unified command
Specialised forces Ex: COBRA

Therefore, Government should follow innovative & well thought out strategies instead of knee-jerk approach

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Conclusion

Therefore, Government should follow innovative & well thought out strategies instead of knee-jerk approach

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  • Clear structured classification into social, economic, developmental issues
  • Good conceptual definition of Naxalism at start

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Sachin

Subject & Paper

GS3GS1

Topic

Internal Security

Naxalism/Left Wing Extremism

Social and Economic causes of Naxalism

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305

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6

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Naxalism is a social, economic and developmental issue manifesting as a violent internal security threat. In this context, discuss the emerging issues and suggest a multilayered strategy to tackle the menace of Naxalism.

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