International Relations / Diplomatic Security
Duty stations are classified by the International Civil Service Commission as family or non-family based on security conditions. Non-family duty stations are family-restrictive postings where officials are not permitted to be accompanied by family members due to safety concerns.
Amid rising anti-India rhetoric in Bangladesh, India has designated all its missions there—including the High Commission in Dhaka and five other offices—as non-family stations. New Delhi has also warned that any harm to Indian mission personnel would carry serious consequences.
APSC relevance
Relevant for GS on diplomatic security, neighbourhood relations and international service norms.
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