Question 20Discuss key maritime security challenges and highlight measures by governmentGS3GS3
Maritime security challenges are complex, driven by both conventional and non-conventional threats. In this context, discuss the key maritime security challenges in India. Also, highlight the measures by the government in this regard.
Introduction
India has a long coastline of around 7500 km presenting its own security challenges.
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Main Body
India has a long coastline of around 7500 km presenting its own security challenges. Key challenges: (1) Conventional threats: a) Maritime attacks by adversary b) China's string of pearl to choke Indian equator path (Hambantota, SL). (2) Non-conventional: a) Reported EN customs(eg Mumbai attackers used Sea route to enter). b) Drug trafficking (eg Coastal guard caught kilos of drugs). c) Threat to freedom of navigationcheckpoints such as Strait of Hormuz. d) Disasters: Tsunami, cyclones.
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Diagram
Diagram showing connections between Piracy/IOR (Indian Ocean Region), National disasters, Organized crime networks, and Terrorist incursions
Topper
ASTHA JAIN
AIR 92025
Subject & Paper
GS3GS3
Topic
Internal Security
Maritime Security
Maritime Security Challenges in India
Writing Stats
92
Total words
1
Paragraphs
academic/analytical
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