9 September 2026

Killing of Manipuri musician Chongtham Vikram Singh

The incident serves as a relevant case study for discussing the safety, social integration, and protection of vulnerable groups from the Northeast in metropolitan India, though it is a specific crime report rather than a policy or legislative development.

Questions

1. The safety and security of citizens from the Northeast in metropolitan cities remains a significant governance challenge. Discuss the institutional mechanisms required to address systemic discrimination and ensure the protection of internal migrants. 150 words
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2. Examine the role of specialized police units and community-based security measures in fostering social integration and protecting vulnerable groups in urban centers. How can the state better address the socio-cultural alienation faced by citizens from the Northeast? 250 words
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Prelims

1. The Special Police Unit for North-Eastern Region (SPUNER) was established in Delhi to primarily address which of the following?

   1. A Monitoring of cultural exchange programs in educational institutions
   2. B Border security management with neighboring countries
   3. C Grievances and safety concerns of people from the Northeast living in the capital
   4. D Coordination of inter-state trade between Northeast states and Delhi