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Security in the Contemporary World — Political Science STD 12 Humanities — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 HumanitiesPolitical ScienceSecurity in the Contemporary World5 Marks
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What is meant by Security? Mention any four components of Indian security strategy.
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Answer

  1. Security means 'freedom from threats' or any other definition.
  2. Four different components of India's strategy are:
  • The first component is strengthening its own military capabilities because India has been involved in conflict with its neighbours i.e. Pakistan and China.
  • The second component has been to strengthen international norms and international institutions to protect its security.
  • The Third component is towards meeting security challenges within the country such as Nagaland, Mizoram, Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir.
  • The fourth component has been an attempt to develop its economy and to bring the citizens out of poverty and economic inequalities.

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