‘RAKSHA’ Framework — Defence & Internal Security

UPSC Notes

The ‘RAKSHA’ Framework is associated with strengthening India's defence preparedness and security architecture. For UPSC, the important approach is to understand the framework in the context of indigenous defence capabilities, operational preparedness and national security.

Key Pointers

  • Category: Defence & Internal Security
  • Focus: Defence preparedness and security.
  • Relevant to India's broader objective of Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence.
  • Defence indigenisation reduces dependence on foreign suppliers.
  • UPSC may connect such frameworks with defence manufacturing, technology and strategic autonomy.

Prelims Focus: Defence indigenisation → domestic production → strategic autonomy.