One year of Operation Sindhoor
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Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, a military strike launched in response to a terror attack on civilians in Pahalgam, Pakistan.
Background
Operation Sindoor was a military strike conducted by Indian forces. It was launched as a response to a terror attack on civilians in Pahalgam, Pakistan.
Facts for Prelims
- FactOperation Sindoor: Military strike launched by India in response to Pahalgam terror attack
- PlacePahalgam: Location of the terror attack in Pakistan
For Mains
Q. Discuss the shift in India's counter-terrorism strategy from defensive measures to proactive military responses in the context of cross-border terrorism.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic doctrine: Shift towards proactive 'pre-emptive' strikes to dismantle terror infrastructure
- Diplomatic friction: Balancing military responses with international norms on state sovereignty
- Intelligence-led operations: Integration of real-time surveillance with precision strike capabilities
Keywords: Counter-terrorism · National Security · Proactive Defense · Cross-border Terrorism · Strategic Deterrence
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