1 July 2026

Gold smuggling arrest in Guwahati

While this is a specific instance of gold smuggling, it serves as a relevant case study or example for broader UPSC themes concerning border security, organized crime, and money laundering, rather than being a direct exam topic itself.

Questions

1. Gold smuggling in India often involves complex transnational networks. Discuss the security implications of such illicit trade for India's border management and internal security. 150 words
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Prelims

1. In the context of recent gold smuggling investigations in Northeast India, which regions are frequently cited as transit points for illicit gold entering the country?

   1. A Myanmar and West Asia
   2. B Central Asia and Europe
   3. C Latin America and East Africa
   4. D North America and Southeast Asia