Counter-terrorism Cooperation — Predicted 2026
AI-Predicted Question Angles for UPSC 2026
India's leadership role in UN Security Council Counter-Terrorism Committee and its global impact
HighIndia's non-permanent UNSC membership (2021-22) and its active role in chairing counter-terrorism meetings, combined with current global focus on emerging terrorist threats, makes this a highly probable question angle. Recent developments in Afghanistan and concerns about terrorist safe havens add contemporary relevance.
Effectiveness of FATF as a tool for combating state-sponsored terrorism with reference to Pakistan
HighPakistan's continued presence on FATF grey list, India's strategic use of FATF mechanisms, and recent developments in terror financing make this a high-probability angle. The topic combines international relations, security concerns, and multilateral diplomacy - all key UPSC themes.
Challenges and opportunities in counter-terrorism cooperation in the context of emerging technologies
MediumGrowing concerns about cyber terrorism, use of AI by terrorist groups, and India-US cooperation on emerging technologies through iCET framework make this a relevant angle. However, it requires integration of technology and security themes, making it moderately probable.