Chapter 67 | National Investigation Agency | UPSC Indian Polity Podcast

🎙 The UPSC Podcast | Indian Polity & Governance Series 📘 Episode Title: National Investigation Agency (NIA) – India’s Premier Counter-Terrorism Body In this episode, we delve deep into the National Investigation Agency (NIA) — India’s central counter-terrorism law enforcement agency, established to combat threats to national security and sovereignty. Formed in the aftermath of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, the NIA plays a crucial role in investigating terrorism-related crimes, insurgency, and national security offences across states. In this episode, you’ll learn: 🔹 The origin and establishment of the NIA under the National Investigation Agency Act, 2008 🔹 The structure, powers, and jurisdiction of the agency 🔹 The relationship between the NIA and State Police forces 🔹 Key amendments to the NIA Act (2019) and their implications 🔹 How the NIA contributes to India’s internal security and federal framework 🔹 Major landmark cases investigated by the NIA 🔹 Criticisms, challenges, and concerns over accountability and overreach 🔹 UPSC Relevance: GS Paper II (Polity & Governance) and GS Paper III (Internal Security) By the end of this discussion, you’ll gain a clear conceptual and analytical understanding of the NIA’s legal mandate, constitutional context, and operational significance in India’s national security architecture — a must-know topic for serious UPSC aspirants. 🎧 Tune in now to strengthen your preparation for UPSC Prelims, Mains, and Essay with a governance and security-oriented perspective. 🔔 Subscribe to The UPSC Podcast for more comprehensive and exam-focused discussions on Indian Polity, Governance, and Internal Security.