Political Restrictions on Intelligence Roles RSS members can hold high political positions but face restrictions in intelligence roles. The Indian Army's awareness of enemy movements during conflicts highlights the importance of internal security measures. Indira Gandhi imposed an emergency to maintain control amidst rising tensions and demands for her resignation, showcasing how knowledge is power within intelligence agencies.
The Birth of R&AW: A Response to Failures R&AW was established in 1968 as a response to failures by IB during critical wars with China and Pakistan. Historical roots trace back to British efforts against dacoits, evolving through various reorganizations into modern-day intelligence structures focused on external threats post-independence.
Establishing Direct Lines: The Creation of R&AW Indira Gandhi sought a new agency under R.N. Kao’s leadership after recognizing IB's limitations in foreign operations following military defeats. This led to the creation of R&AW with direct reporting lines established between its head and the Prime Minister, emphasizing its strategic role outside India.
'Spy Training' Techniques Unveiled Training spies became crucial for gathering information abroad; agents were embedded under false identities at embassies worldwide while utilizing advanced communication methods like Morse Code for secure intel transmission back home.