National Security Council — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements about India's National Security Council (NSC) is/are correct? 1. The NSC is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament. 2. The Prime Minister chairs the National Security Council. 3. The National Security Advisor (NSA) heads the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS). 4. The Strategic Policy Group (SPG) is chaired by the Defence Secretary.

Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for providing long-term analyses and policy inputs to the National Security Council?

Consider the following statements regarding the National Security Advisor (NSA) of India: 1. The NSA is a member of the Union Cabinet. 2. The NSA heads the National Security Council Secretariat. 3. The NSA is the primary advisor to the Prime Minister on national security matters. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The recommendations of which committee significantly influenced the restructuring and strengthening of India's National Security Council post-1999?

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the Multi-Agency Centre (MAC) in India?