Mains Answer Writing - 16 Jun, 2026

GS3

Internal Security

15 marks

"Recent protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Gilgit-Baltistan highlight the challenges of governance, political representation, and resource distribution in Pakistan-administered regions of the former princely state of Jammu & Kashmir." Discuss. Also examine the strategic significance of these developments for India.

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✅ 1. Follow the G-P-S Framework
Governance Issues → Political Representation → Strategic Significance for India.
✅ 2. Use Specific Examples
Mention Mangla Dam, JAAC protests, 12 reserved seats controversy, and CPEC through Gilgit-Baltistan to substantiate your arguments.
✅ 3. Link Local Issues to India's Interests
Conclude by connecting governance deficits and unrest in PoK/Gilgit-Baltistan with India's concerns over sovereignty, regional stability, and CPEC in disputed territory.

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