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5 August 2026

Government reports on fugitive extradition

The topic provides specific data on government performance regarding fugitive extradition, which is a recurring theme in internal security and international legal cooperation.

1 min read Day 1 of 4 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Union Home Ministry reported that 274 fugitive criminals have been extradited to India from 36 countries over the last seven years.
  • The government has adopted a three-pronged strategy for fugitive extradition: global outreach, strong inter-agency coordination, and smart diplomacy.
  • The government identifies the extradition of fugitives as a matter of national sovereignty and a national priority.
  • Operational methods for tracking fugitives include intelligence-led and technology-driven approaches.

Part of a longer story

This is day 1 of 4 in Government efforts in extraditing fugitive criminals, which has been running since 5 August 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of international cooperation and diplomatic engagement in ensuring the successful extradition of fugitive offenders to India. 150 words
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  2. The extradition of fugitive offenders is increasingly viewed as a critical component of national security and sovereignty. Analyze the challenges involved in the extradition process and the role of technology and intelligence-led operations in strengthening India's legal and diplomatic framework in this domain. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. According to the recent Union Home Ministry report, what is the core three-pronged strategy adopted by the government for dealing with fugitive offenders?

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