Question Q10DiscussGS3GS2
Discuss the necessity and potential issues arising from the recent extension of the jurisdiction of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Punjab and its role in border management.
Introduction
Recently, MHA extended the jurisdiction of BSF by 50km in Punjab and also in Bangladesh, while it was reduced in Gujarat. This has caused tensions despite benefits.
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Main Body
Necessity 1) Increasing drug trafficking from across the border. 2) Sophisticated technology like drones are used to bypass BSF zoning of 10km. 3) Weak coordination with police causing delays in prosecution. 4) Asymmetric nature of threats from Bangladesh like cattle smuggling, refugee crisis, human trafficking. 5) Ensuring check on arms trade and organised crime.
6Ensure effective border management by adding new tech like CIBMS. Potential Issues: 1) Harms rights of federal states: Punjab went to SC under Article 131 to challenge. 2) Conflicts with police due to turf war. 3) High handedness of border force: can lead to negative affects on citizens. 4) Seen as usurping of power as law & order is in State list (Schedule VII). Way ahead: - Collaborative and discussion based approach = Team India - Hotlines to engage police & border force - Keeping States into confidence.
— Madhav Agarwal
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Conclusion
To tackle border issues, a Team India approach is needed with "India first attitude"
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Topper
Madhav Agarwal
Subject & Paper
GS3GS2
Topic
2. Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances
Federal Structure Challenges
BSF Jurisdiction Extension
Writing Stats
184
Total words
1
Paragraphs
analytical
Tone