3 August 2026

Security concerns for migrant workers in J&K

The topic highlights the intersection of internal security challenges in J&K and the protection of vulnerable migrant workers, providing useful context for questions on internal security and social welfare policies.

Questions

1. The targeting of migrant workers in conflict-prone regions poses a significant challenge to internal security and the constitutional right to freedom of movement and residence. Discuss the measures required to balance administrative security protocols with the protection of fundamental rights for migrant labour. 150 words
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2. Internal security in Jammu and Kashmir faces complex challenges, including the protection of non-local workers who contribute to the regional economy. Analyze the role of district administration and security agencies in implementing robust Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) to mitigate risks to vulnerable populations while maintaining public order. 250 words
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Prelims

1. Which of the following measures has been directed by the J&K administration to enhance the security of non-local labourers?

   1. A Mandatory relocation of all migrant workers to government-run camps
   2. B Registration of worker details with local police and district authorities
   3. C Direct recruitment of migrant workers into the local security forces
   4. D Complete ban on the employment of non-local labour in brick kilns