SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 18

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 2nd August 2025 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q18

Which of the following statements accurately describes 'The War That Made R&AW' by Anusha Nandakumar and Sandeep Saket?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer:

Detailed history of India's external intelligence and geopolitics

Explanation:

‘The War That Made R&AW’ by Anusha Nandakumar and Sandeep Saket is a non-fiction book that focuses on the formation, evolution, and operational role of India’s external intelligence agency R&AW (Research and Analysis Wing). It presents a historical and analytical account of India’s intelligence framework and its connection with national security and geopolitics, rather than being fictional or a memoir.

Key Points:

The book is based on India’s external intelligence system.
It explains the formation and development of R&AW.
It highlights India’s geopolitical and security challenges.
It is a non-fiction historical and analytical work.

Additional Facts:

R&AW was established in 1968.
It is India’s primary external intelligence agency.
It plays a key role in national security and foreign intelligence gathering.

Important Questions:

Q1: When was R&AW established?
Ans: 1968

Q2: What type of book is ‘The War That Made R&AW’?
Ans: Non-fiction historical and analytical book

Q3: What is the main role of R&AW?
Ans: Collecting external intelligence and supporting national security