National Security Advisor (NSA)

29 Oct 2024 13:20:33 pm

Tags : National Security Advisor (NSA)

Topic: Defence and Security

Why in the news?

National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval stayed back in India to deal with the security situation arising from the ongoing Jammu and Kashmir election.

Source: The Hindu

About National Security Advisor (NSA):

He is the principal advisor to the Prime Minister on national security matters and provides comprehensive strategic counsel on domestic, foreign, and defense policies.
He offers in-depth analysis and insights on complex security and intelligence issues.
His functions include:
- Coordination and Integration:
  - He receives all intelligence (R&AW, IB, NTRO, MI, DIA, NIA) reports and co-ordinates them to present before the Prime Minister.
  - He ensures synergy among different ministries on security-related policies and actions.
- Crisis Management and Response:
  - He leads crisis management efforts during national security emergencies and oversees the implementation of crisis response strategies.
- Diplomatic Engagement and Negotiations:
  - He participates in high-level diplomatic negotiations on security matters and engages in track-two diplomacy for sensitive international issues.
  - He represents India in international security forums and bilateral security dialogues.
- Institutional Leadership:
  - He acts as the secretary of the National Security Council that is headed by the Prime Minister.