What is the full form of RAW

What is the full form of RAW

RAW: Research and Analysis Wing

RAW stands for Research and Analysis Wing. RAW is India’s main international intelligence agency. RAW was created after the Indo-China War in 1962 and the Indo-Pak War in 1965 RAW.

RAW was formed in September 1968 under the guidance of Rameshwar Nath Kao with head office in New Delhi, India. He was RAW’s first Director. RAW is indeed not personally answerable to the documents directly to the Indian PM(Prime minister).

RAW full form

Objectives of RAW

  • Collection of foreign intelligence
  • Counter terrorism and covert operations
  • Analyzing information about foreign governments
  • Guiding Indian decision makers.
  • It is also involved in the security of nuclear programs of India.
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