{"id":23719,"date":"2024-01-27T08:46:39","date_gmt":"2024-01-27T08:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=23719"},"modified":"2024-01-27T08:46:42","modified_gmt":"2024-01-27T08:46:42","slug":"the-northeastern-region-of-india-has-been-infested-with-insurgency-for-a-very-long-time-analyze-the-major-reasons-for-the-survival-of-armed-insurgency-in-this-region-150-words-10-marks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-northeastern-region-of-india-has-been-infested-with-insurgency-for-a-very-long-time-analyze-the-major-reasons-for-the-survival-of-armed-insurgency-in-this-region-150-words-10-marks\/","title":{"rendered":"The northeastern region of India has been infested with insurgency for a very long time. Analyze the major reasons for the survival of armed insurgency in this region. (150 Words, 10 Marks)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-gs-advance-and-mentorship-program-ampcsat?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=GS+Advanced\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-8-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The northeastern region of India has grappled with the persistent menace of insurgency, creating a protracted challenge that has endured for an extended period. This complex issue is deeply rooted in a myriad of socio-political, economic, and historical factors that have fueled the flames of armed conflict. The region&#8217;s diverse ethnic composition, historical grievances, economic disparities, and porous international borders have collectively contributed to the sustenance of insurgent movements. The intricate interplay of these elements has created an environment where discontent can find fertile ground, allowing insurgent groups to thrive. Examining the major reasons behind the enduring insurgency in the northeast becomes imperative to formulate comprehensive strategies for peace and development in the region. This analysis aims to shed light on the multifaceted nature of the problem, delving into the historical context and contemporary dynamics that have perpetuated the cycle of violence in this region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:&nbsp; Role of external state and non-state actors, in creating challenges to internal security. Security challenges and their management in border areas- linkages with organized crime with terrorism,&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d46fc481019\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d46fc481019\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-northeastern-region-of-india-has-been-infested-with-insurgency-for-a-very-long-time-analyze-the-major-reasons-for-the-survival-of-armed-insurgency-in-this-region-150-words-10-marks\/#Decoding\" title=\"Decoding:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\">Decoding:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-northeastern-region-of-india-has-been-infested-with-insurgency-for-a-very-long-time-analyze-the-major-reasons-for-the-survival-of-armed-insurgency-in-this-region-150-words-10-marks\/#Answer\" title=\"Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-northeastern-region-of-india-has-been-infested-with-insurgency-for-a-very-long-time-analyze-the-major-reasons-for-the-survival-of-armed-insurgency-in-this-region-150-words-10-marks\/#Reasons_for_survival_of_insurgency_in_the_northeast_region_These_are\" title=\"Reasons for survival of insurgency in the northeast region. These are:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Reasons for survival of insurgency in the northeast region. These are:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-northeastern-region-of-india-has-been-infested-with-insurgency-for-a-very-long-time-analyze-the-major-reasons-for-the-survival-of-armed-insurgency-in-this-region-150-words-10-marks\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/the-northeastern-region-of-india-has-been-infested-with-insurgency-for-a-very-long-time-analyze-the-major-reasons-for-the-survival-of-armed-insurgency-in-this-region-150-words-10-marks\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding\"><\/span><strong>Decoding:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>In the Intro, try to write about the northeast region.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>In Body,\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Give the idea about recent insurgency trends in the northeastern region.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Give an account of reasons for the survival of armed insurgency.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Try to conclude with suggestions for peace and development.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Answer\"><\/span><strong>Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Northeast India is composed of eight states namely- Meghalaya, Manipur, Assam, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Sikkim. It is connected with the rest of India through the 22 km narrow \u201cSiliguri Corridor\u201d and it has strategic, political, and economic significance for India. A fact of greater disturbance in the region is the thriving militancy in most of the northeastern states. The demands of the different militant groups range from autonomy within the provisions of the Indian Constitution to outright secession.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_for_survival_of_insurgency_in_the_northeast_region_These_are\"><\/span><strong>Reasons for survival of insurgency in the northeast region. These are:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42412 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\">UPSC Essay Course<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This region has been one of the most neglected regions in terms of development and is the main cause behind the resentment of the people living in this area. The insurgent groups take advantage of the resentment of people and get a support base.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Alienation of the population from the mainstream political process, where the insurgent group continues to boycott the dialogue and electoral process. (Ex \u2013 NSCN-Khaplang group)\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Hilly terrain, dense forests, and porous borders give strategic advantages for the insurgent guerrilla groups, and at the same time, it creates a big hurdle for counter-insurgency operations.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Racial clashes are very common here due to the diverse racial profile of the region. In a fractured society, the insurgent groups penetrate easily.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Active and covert foreign support to these insurgent groups, through training, logistic, and moral support has also been a big hurdle to eradicate these groups.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recent Insurgency Trends:<\/strong> At one point, more than 120 militant groups operated in India\u2019s northeast. In recent years, the Indian government has had some success in achieving stability in the region, using tactics from negotiations to military operations to root out militants. The 80% reduction in insurgency-related incidents and rise in the number of insurgents giving up arms by over 1600% from 2019 is a further improvement and a great achievement for the government and security forces.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The twin approach of development and counter-insurgency operations coupled with an honest political dialogue process may provide the best answer to the long-infested insurgency in the Northeast. The Government of India has taken various steps for insurgency reduction and development. Major insurgent groups are engaged in peace talks and this has raised hopes that there will be all-round peace and development in the region. Large-scale migration of youth from the Northeast to the mainland has also played a role in reducing the recruitment pool for insurgent groups. 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