Paper - GS3
Subject - Internal Security 

Q. The recent reimposition of the Protected Area Regime (PAR) in North Eastern states highlights ongoing security concerns in these areas. In the context of this development, discuss the unique security, socio-political, and economic challenges faced by the North Eastern region.

प्रश्न: हाल ही में पूर्वोत्तर राज्यों में संरक्षित क्षेत्र व्यवस्था (पीएआर) को फिर से लागू किया जाना इन क्षेत्रों में जारी सुरक्षा चिंताओं को उजागर करता है। इस घटनाक्रम के संदर्भ में, पूर्वोत्तर क्षेत्र के सामने आने वाली अनूठी सुरक्षा, सामाजिक-राजनीतिक और आर्थिक चुनौतियों पर चर्चा करें।

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Struture of the answer 

 Introduction 

• Briefly explain the reimposition of the Protected Area Regime (PAR) in the North Eastern states.
• Mention the strategic importance of the North Eastern region for India's security and development.

Body 

• Unique Security Challenges

Highlight challenges like Insurgency and Militancy and Cross-Border Issues etc.

• Socio-Political Challenges

Mention about Ethnic Diversity and Identity Politics and Governance Deficits etc

• Economic Challenges

Discuss about Underdevelopment and Economic Isolation 

Conclusion

Mention steps needed to address these challenges holistically, such as enhancing infrastructure, improving governance, integrating the region economically, and addressing socio-political grievances.