{"id":11666,"date":"2026-02-25T18:02:28","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T12:32:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.class24.study\/exams\/?p=11666"},"modified":"2026-04-03T12:13:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T06:43:36","slug":"india-unveils-prahaar-first-national-anti-terror-doctrine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.class24.study\/current-affairs\/india-unveils-prahaar-first-national-anti-terror-doctrine\/","title":{"rendered":"India Unveils PRAHAAR, First National Anti-Terror Doctrine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">India has introduced PRAHAAR, its first structured National Anti-Terror Doctrine, aimed at strengthening the country\u2019s counter-terror framework. Announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the policy lays out a coordinated and intelligence-driven strategy to prevent, detect and respond to terrorist threats. It focuses on better inter-agency cooperation, faster operational response, and tackling emerging challenges such as cyber-radicalisation and cross-border terrorism. The doctrine also highlights adherence to constitutional principles and legal safeguards while maintaining a firm stance against terrorism. PRAHAAR reflects India\u2019s effort to modernise its security architecture in response to evolving national and global threats.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">What Is PRAHAAR, and Why Was It Introduced?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">PRAHAAR is India\u2019s first comprehensive National Anti-Terror Doctrine, introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs to strengthen the country\u2019s counter-terror framework.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">It provides a structured strategy focused on prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery in dealing with terrorist threats.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The doctrine was formulated to address emerging security challenges such as cross-border terrorism, online radicalisation, terror financing, and misuse of advanced technologies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">It promotes intelligence-driven operations and better coordination among central and state security agencies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">PRAHAAR emphasises faster response mechanisms and improved crisis management capabilities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The policy also underlines adherence to constitutional principles, human rights, and the rule of law while combating terrorism firmly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Strengthening inter-agency data sharing and operational synergy is a core objective of the doctrine.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">It encourages international cooperation to counter global terror networks and financial channels.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Overall, PRAHAAR aims to modernise India\u2019s national security architecture to respond effectively to evolving threats.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Most Previous Year Questions<\/h2>\n<table border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Exam<\/th>\n<th>Year<\/th>\n<th>Question (With Options)<\/th>\n<th>Correct Answer<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>UPSC Civil Services (Prelims)<\/td>\n<td>2017<\/td>\n<td>The term \u201cmoney laundering&#8221; is related to which of the following?<br \/>\n(a) Terror Financing<br \/>\n(b) Tax Evasion<br \/>\n(c) Counterfeit Currency<br \/>\n(d) All of the above<\/td>\n<td>(d) All of the above<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>UPSC Civil Services (Prelims)<\/td>\n<td>2018<\/td>\n<td>The National Investigation Agency (NIA) was established in which year?<br \/>\n(a) 2006<br \/>\n(b) 2008<br \/>\n(c) 2010<br \/>\n(d) 2012<\/td>\n<td>(b) 2008<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CDS Exam<\/td>\n<td>2019<\/td>\n<td>The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) is primarily related to:<br \/>\n(a) Cybercrime<br \/>\n(b) Terrorism<br \/>\n(c) Drug Trafficking<br \/>\n(d) Human Trafficking<\/td>\n<td>(b) Terrorism<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SSC CGL<\/td>\n<td>2020<\/td>\n<td>The Multi-Agency Centre (MAC) is related to:<br \/>\n(a) Disaster Management<br \/>\n(b) Intelligence Sharing<br \/>\n(c) Election Monitoring<br \/>\n(d) Border Trade<\/td>\n<td>(b) Intelligence Sharing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>State PSC<\/td>\n<td>2021<\/td>\n<td>The National Security Council in India deals primarily with:<br \/>\n(a) Financial Policy<br \/>\n(b) Foreign Trade<br \/>\n(c) Strategic and Security Issues<br \/>\n(d) Judicial Reforms<\/td>\n<td>(c) Strategic and Security Issues<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.class24.study\/userfiles\/newimages\/ChatGPT%20Image%20Feb%2028%2C%202026%2C%2002_54_36%20PM.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Conclusion (India Introduces PRAHAAR Security Policy)<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">India\u2019s introduction of PRAHAAR marks a significant step in strengthening its national security framework. The policy brings a structured and coordinated approach to countering terrorism, focusing on prevention, intelligence sharing, rapid response, and recovery. By addressing emerging threats such as cyber-radicalisation and cross-border networks, PRAHAAR aims to modernise security mechanisms. The doctrine reflects India\u2019s firm stance against terrorism while reinforcing cooperation between agencies and upholding constitutional principles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>India has introduced PRAHAAR, its first structured National Anti-Terror Doctrine, aimed at strengthening the country\u2019s counter-terror framework. Announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the policy lays out a coordinated and intelligence-driven strategy to prevent, detect and respond to terrorist threats. 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