UPSC Optional 2019Question 27Public AdministrationLaw and Order Administration350 words

Even though the law and order administration is a State subject, it is paradoxical that the Central agencies—NIA or paramilitary forces under the Union Government—have restricted the powers of State Governments. Discuss. (Answer in 350 words)

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