2 Internal Security
Q. Answer the following in short:
(1)What is 'Internal Security'?
Ans.
Internal security refers to maintaining peace and safety within a country. It involves
protecting against dangers like terrorism , crime and social unrest. Measures include
police work , intelligence gathering , and border control.
(2) Write the names of threats to internal security that India is facing currently.
Ans.
i) Terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir sponsored by the neighbouring country.
ii) Terrorist activities by Pakistan.
iii) Left wing extremist terrorist activities in some areas.
(3) Write the names of some of the terrorist group currently operating in Jammu
Kashmir and write the names of their leaders.
Ans.
i) Lashkar - e - taiba → Hafiz Muhammad Saeed
ii) Hijbul Mujahideen → syedsalahuddin
iii) Jaish - e – Mohammad → Masood Azhar
iv) Al - badr- ISIS → Bakht zaminKhan (former)
v) ISIS → Abu Bakar Al -baghdadiAl -Qureshi
(4) Write three examples of international terrorist attacks.
Ans.
i) 9/11 twin tower attack, New York USA.
ii) 2015 Paris attacks Paris, France
iii) 2002 Bali bombings Bali, Indonesia.
| Activities based on written work |
Q. Two activities are given below. Write a report on any one of the activities.
(1) Write to incidents of cross border terrorism in Jammu-Kashmir. Write the reasons for the attack and suggest preventive measures as a student.
Report Writing
(1)Incident:
i) On September 18, 2016 a cross border terrorist attack occurred in Uri, (Jammu and Kashmir).
ii) Cross-border terrorist attack in Pathankot, Punjab.
(2) Reasons behind the incidents:
i) Infiltration by militants.
ii) Proxy warfare by enemy's country.
iii) Unresolved conflict (Terrestrial dispute over Jammu and Kashmir).
iv) Support from local sympathizers.
(3) What precautions should you take as a student at the scene of the attack?
i) Focus on finding a secured location away from the attack.
ii) Obey the instructions of security or any authorities present at seen.
iii) Inform parents, guardians or authority support safety.
iv) Refrain from sharing rumours or unverified information about the incident.
v) Cooperate with local administrations.
(4) Precautionary measures:
i) Enhance border surveillance, bolster fencing and implement advanced technologies.
ii) Strengthen intelligence-sharing mechanism amongsecurity agencies.
iii) Continue efforts to dismantle terrorist networks.
iv) foster closer ties between security forces, local community and educational institutions.
v) Raising awareness, promote a peaceful and inclusive environment.
(5) your opinion about the attacks:
The attack in Uri was a grim reminder of the challenges posed by cross-border terrorism and the need for sustained efforts to address the root cause of such incidents.
(6) Sources of information:
The information provided in this report is based on historical accounts and news reports of the terrorist attack in 2016.
Q (2) find out about any two incidents of Naxalism/left wing extremism/terrorism in North East India. Write a report based on the following points:
Report Writing
(1)Incident, location, duration:i) Left wing extremism, Manipur June 15 2023 to June 17 2023.
ii) Manipur violence.
(2) Reasons behind the incident:
i) The region's poverty, lack of development and social inequality contributes.
ii) Manipur's history of ethnic tensions provides fertile ground for extremists.
iii) Naxalite seeks to establish a communist state based on their vision of social justice and equality.
(3) Damage caused by the incident:
i) Security personnel and civilians were milled.
ii) Many individuals sustained injuries during the incident.
iii) The attack created fear and insecurity.
iv) Surrounding infrastructure might have been damaged.
v) The incident leaves a lasting psychological impact on the affected individuals
(4) European union about the incident:
The incident in Manipur highlights the persistent threat of left-wing extremism in the North East region it is really a topic that should be discussed and should find its solution.
(5) Sources of information :
Government report, news article of Imphal free press.
(6) Pictures cuttings of the incident:
| (B) Activity Work |
Q. Solve the activities as directed: (Any two).
1. Mark the red 'corridor' Naxalite area in the following map of India, using a red colour . Find the districts of Maharashtra that fall in this red corridor and list their names.
2. Prepare a present street play on the subject of 'terrorist attacks and its consequences'. Write about the experience of presentation of the event, effects, duration, characterization, etc.
Ans.
Resilience amidst choice as a street play offers a brief, immersive experience with powerful performance, audience engagement and call to action, inspirational empathy and promoting peace. The concise duration of approximately 30 minutes.
3 'Can issues be resolved by peaceful means? Is it necessary to use violent means to meet the demands?' Have a group discussion on this topic in the classroom. Write down the important points below.
Points:
i) Peaceful means promote dialogue, understanding and long-term solutions.
ii) Violence can escalate conflicts and cause for the complications.
iii) Peaceful means uphold human rights and societal values.
iv) Peaceful approaches build trust and facilitates reconciliation.
v) Peaceful means encourage exploring alternative and finding win-win solutions.
4. Put up the news on the board in the classroom of any terrorist attack in India or in the world, published in the newspaper. Discuss the news and internal security in the classroom and then write down the key points below.
Points:
The Mumbai bombing
i) The Mumbai bombings were horrific and tragic incidents that resulted in the loss of numerous innocent lives.
ii) The attacks highlighted the destructive nature of terrorism and its impact on societies, causing fear, loss and disruption.
iii) The bombings exposed vulnerability in India's security infrastructure.