Canada urged to act against ‘anti-India extremist elements’: MEA
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Why in news
India urged Canada to act against 'anti-India extremist elements' following a Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) report highlighting the national security threat posed by Khalistani extremists.
Background
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) report acknowledged the presence of Khalistan separatist movement supporters in Canada. India rejected Canadian claims of foreign interference while highlighting the misuse of Canadian territory as a safe haven for extremists.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCSIS: Canadian Security Intelligence Service
- FactCSIS report identifies Khalistani extremists as a national security threat to both India and Canada
- PlaceCanada: Location of reported anti-India extremist elements
For Mains
Q. Examine the challenges India faces in tackling transnational extremism and the importance of bilateral cooperation in neutralizing safe havens for separatist movements.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Extraterritoriality: Legal hurdles in prosecuting non-citizens for activities committed outside the host country's borders
- Diplomatic friction: Balancing bilateral security cooperation with allegations of foreign interference and sovereignty violations
Keywords: transnational terrorism · bilateral cooperation · national security · sovereignty · extraterritoriality
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