
The
Security Research Review
Research
Themes
The
Security Research Review aims to address the needs of the policy
research community in India by encouraging the development of
open source material in the following areas,
- Pakistan
Research and Analysis:
Pakistan represents a major area interest at the Security
Research Review. We welcome studies of conflict in Pakistan
and all efforts to explore and understand Pakistani society.
Of special interest are the Pakistani Military and the
Islamist movements of Pakistan, both of which offer
challenges to current analysis capabilities.
- China
Studies:
The study of the Peoples’ Republic of China (PRC) is
another key activity at the Security Research Review. We
welcome studies of Chinese strategic and military culture. A
focus on key personalities in the PRC is also strongly
encouraged.
- Military
Analysis:
The analysis of military affairs in the context of
sociological, political, or economic frameworks is an
important part of the Security Research Review. The Review
also encourages historical study of military operations in
India.
- Area
Studies:
The study of societies and cultures in the world that have a
bearing on the security affairs of the subcontinent
constitute an enduring interest at the Security Research
Review. We especially welcome submissions that explore
regional dynamics in Central Asia, West Asia and North
Africa, the Middle East, South East Asia and the Indian
Ocean Region.
- Energy
Security: This
refers to the study of the interaction between Energy policy
and security affairs. We welcome submissions which touch
upon both issues.
- Technical
Studies: With
the growth of industrial output in India, the defense
industrial complex there has become a major player on the
international market. The Indian subcontinent is also one of
the world’s largest importers of defense industrial
systems. The Security Research Review encourages the build
up focused studies on security related technologies in the
Indian subcontinent.
- Narcotics
Trend Analysis: The
law and order problems associated with transnational
narcotics are examined with the aim of determining key
trends. Also of interest are studies of the regional
narcotics market and players therein.
- Counter-Terrorism:
This covers all
issues relating to counter-terrorism and policing activities
aimed at prevention of terrorism. Also of special interest
are the terrorist groups and an analysis of terrorism
patterns.
- Proliferation
Studies: Studies
relating to the proliferation of WMD technology and missile
technology are strongly encouraged at the Security Research
Review.
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