Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the security review meeting chaired by the Lieutenant-Governor in the context of the Amarnath Yatra?

To ensure the safety and convenience of pilgrims through inter-agency coordination

To initiate a judicial inquiry into property demolitions

To negotiate a ceasefire with insurgent groups

To announce a new policy on urban planning in Anantnag

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24 July 2026

Demolition of LeT terrorists' houses in Anantnag

The topic provides context on counter-insurgency tactics and the associated legal and human rights debates, which are relevant to internal security discussions but do not constitute a direct policy or landmark legal development.

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Security forces demolished the houses of two Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists in Guri village and Hassanpora Tawella, Anantnag, following the killing of a police constable on Amarnath Yatra duty.
The operation involved the use of explosives to destroy a three-storey building and a single-storey structure.
The demolished properties were linked to Adil Ahmad Thoker and Haroon Rashid Ganai, the latter having joined LeT in 2018.
The J&K Lieutenant-Governor has directed agencies to ensure the safety and convenience of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims through seamless coordination.
Concerns have been raised regarding the legal consistency of property demolitions in relation to Supreme Court guidelines and the broader socio-political impact of such measures on counter-insurgency efforts.

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This is day 8 of 15 in Amarnath Yatra 2026, which has been running since 1 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

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Discuss the legal and constitutional implications of using property demolition as a tool for counter-insurgency and law enforcement in conflict-prone regions. 150 words

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Analyze the challenges of maintaining internal security in Jammu and Kashmir while ensuring the protection of critical infrastructure and the safety of large-scale religious pilgrimages. How can a balance be struck between security operations and the need for public cooperation in counter-terrorism? 250 words

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Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the security review meeting chaired by the Lieutenant-Governor in the context of the Amarnath Yatra?

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Houses of 2 LeT terrorists demolished in Anantnag

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