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6 August 2026

Government efforts in extraditing fugitive criminals

The topic highlights a specific government strategy and operational shift in addressing the extradition of fugitive offenders, which is directly relevant to internal security, organized crime, and the functioning of executive agencies.

1 min read Day 2 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 past seven years.
  • The government has identified the extradition of fugitive offenders as a national priority linked to national sovereignty.
  • The current strategy for tracking and extraditing fugitives involves a three-pronged approach: global outreach, strong coordination, and smart diplomacy.
  • Operational methodology for tracing fugitives has shifted toward intelligence-led and technology-driven processes.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 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 strengthening India's internal security framework regarding the extradition of fugitive offenders. 150 words
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  2. The extradition of fugitive criminals is increasingly viewed as a matter of national sovereignty. Analyze the challenges involved in the extradition process and the role of technology-driven intelligence in enhancing the efficacy of the Indian criminal justice system. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. According to the recent data provided by the Union Home Ministry, how many fugitive criminals have been brought back to India over the last seven years?

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