Suppose, the naxalites have kidnapped a Deputy Commissioner from Baster region in Chattisgarh and taken him to the Abujmad area. In return for his release, the Nexals demand that all naxal prisoners must be released from jails across India. In such a situ

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Q: 16 (NDA-II/2012)
Suppose, the naxalites have kidnapped a Deputy Commissioner from Baster region in Chattisgarh and taken him to the Abujmad area. In return for his release, the Nexals demand that all naxal prisoners must be released from jails across India. In such a situation, which among the following may be the best conflict resolution mechanism?
1. The paramilitary and local police attack the naxalites and attempt to release the kidnapped.
2. The state force offer huge sums of money to the naxals as ransom and release all naxal prisoners.
3. The state forces engaged the naxals in a dialogue while simultaneously sending in a commando force to release the prisoners.
4. The state forces utlize local mediators to engage wiith the naxals to workout a resolution process for release of the kidnapped.
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NDA-II

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The given scenario poses a challenging situation where a Deputy Commissioner has been kidnapped by naxalites. The naxalites demand the release of all naxal prisoners from jails across India in exchange for the kidnapped official`s release. Among the options provided, option 4 seems to be the best conflict resolution mechanism.

Option 1, which involves paramilitary and local police attacking the naxalites to release the kidnapped official, could escalate the situation and put the official`s life at risk. It may also lead to casualties on both sides.

Option 2 suggests offering huge sums of money to the naxals as ransom and releasing all naxal prisoners. This approach may set a dangerous precedent and encourage further kidnappings. It also undermines the judicial process and the rule of law.

Option 3 proposes engaging the naxals in a dialogue while simultaneously sending in a commando force to release the prisoners. Although dialogue is crucial, the use of force may not be the most effective approach, as it can escalate tensions and lead to violence.

Option 4 suggests utilizing local mediators to engage with the naxals and work out a resolution process for the release of the kidnapped official. This approach emphasizes diplomatic negotiation and peaceful resolution. By involving mediators who can understand