PM Urges Police Transformation: Focus on Sensitivity, Professionalism, and Public Perception
PM Modi addressed top police officers, stressing the urgent need to transform public perception of the police through increased sensitivity, responsiveness, and professionalism, alongside leveraging technology for internal security.
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त्वरित संशोधन
PM Modi addressed DGPs/IGPs conference.
Called for transforming public perception of police.
Emphasized sensitivity, responsiveness, and professionalism.
Advocated for a 'whole-of-government' approach to internal security.
Stressed leveraging technology (data analytics, AI) for policing.
Mentioned addressing cybercrime and radicalization.
दृश्य सामग्री
Police Reforms & PM's Vision for Modern Policing (2006-2024)
This timeline contextualizes the Prime Minister's recent call for police transformation by highlighting key milestones in police reforms and modernization efforts in India, emphasizing the continuous push for a more sensitive, professional, and tech-savvy police force.
The call for police reforms in India has a long history, stemming from the colonial-era Indian Police Act of 1861. Post-independence, various commissions and a landmark Supreme Court judgment have pushed for changes. The current PM's directive builds upon these efforts, integrating modern challenges like cybercrime and the need for public trust with technological solutions and a unified approach.
- 2006Prakash Singh v. Union of India Supreme Court judgment mandates 7 directives for police reforms, aiming to insulate police from political interference and improve accountability.
- 2014PM introduces 'SMART Policing' concept (Sensitive, Modern, Alert, Reliable, Tech-savvy, Trained) at the DGP/IGP conference, setting a vision for future policing.
- 2019Launch of Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) under MHA to combat cybercrime in a coordinated and effective manner.
- 2020sIncreased focus on leveraging technology (AI, data analytics, drones) in policing, integration of CCTNS with ICJS, and capacity building for cybercrime.
- 2024PM urges police transformation, emphasizing sensitivity, professionalism, public perception, 'whole-of-government' approach, and technology adoption (data analytics, AI) to address emerging threats.
परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण
Constitutional provisions related to law and order (State List)
Police reforms: historical context, key committees, Supreme Court judgments (Prakash Singh case)
Internal security architecture: roles of central and state agencies, inter-agency coordination
Technology in policing: CCTNS, NATGRID, predictive policing, cybercrime investigation
Governance issues: accountability, public trust, citizen-centric administration, human rights in policing
विस्तृत सारांश देखें
सारांश
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a conference of Director Generals of Police (DGPs) and Inspector Generals of Police (IGPs), emphasized the critical need to transform the public's perception of the police force. He urged officers to adopt a more sensitive, responsive, and professional approach in their duties. The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of a 'whole-of-government' approach to internal security challenges, advocating for greater synergy among various agencies.
He also stressed leveraging technology, such as data analytics and artificial intelligence, to enhance policing effectiveness and address emerging threats like cybercrime and radicalization. This directive underscores the government's focus on police reforms, aiming to improve law and order, enhance public trust, and ensure effective governance.
पृष्ठभूमि
नवीनतम घटनाक्रम
बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)
1. With reference to police reforms in India, consider the following statements: 1. The Police Act of 1861 primarily focused on establishing a police force accountable to the public. 2. The Supreme Court's Prakash Singh judgment (2006) mandated the establishment of a State Security Commission to insulate the police from political interference. 3. 'Police' is a subject under the Concurrent List of the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
Statement 1 is incorrect. The Police Act of 1861 was a colonial legislation designed to create an instrument of state control, not public accountability. Statement 2 is correct. The Prakash Singh judgment indeed mandated several reforms, including the establishment of a State Security Commission, separation of investigation and law & order functions, and fixed tenure for DGPs. Statement 3 is incorrect. 'Police' (including railway and village police) is explicitly mentioned as Entry 2 in the State List (List II) of the Seventh Schedule, making it a State subject.
2. In the context of the Prime Minister's recent emphasis on leveraging technology for policing, which of the following initiatives are aimed at modernizing the Indian police force through technology? 1. Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS) 2. National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) 3. Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
All three initiatives are crucial for leveraging technology in modern policing and internal security. CCTNS aims to create a comprehensive and integrated system for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of policing through e-governance. NATGRID is an integrated intelligence grid connecting databases of various security agencies to counter terrorism. I4C serves as a nodal point to tackle cybercrime in India, coordinating efforts across various agencies and states. The PM's call for using data analytics and AI directly relates to the objectives of these platforms.
3. Consider the following statements regarding the 'whole-of-government' approach in the context of internal security: 1. It emphasizes a unified strategy where various government ministries, departments, and agencies work collaboratively towards a common goal. 2. It primarily focuses on centralizing all security operations under a single command structure to ensure swift decision-making. 3. It is particularly relevant for addressing complex, multi-faceted threats like cybercrime, radicalization, and cross-border terrorism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 only
- B.1 and 3 only
- C.2 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
Statement 1 is correct. The 'whole-of-government' approach is about synergy and collaboration across different government entities to tackle complex issues that transcend traditional departmental boundaries. Statement 2 is incorrect. While it aims for synergy, it does not necessarily imply centralizing all operations under a single command structure; rather, it focuses on coordinated action and information sharing among existing structures. Statement 3 is correct. Modern threats like cybercrime, radicalization, and terrorism require a comprehensive response involving intelligence, law enforcement, social welfare, education, and foreign policy, making the 'whole-of-government' approach highly relevant.