GS2 · Practice questions
Security and Strategic Affairs
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Strategically located ports are vital assets in regional and economic integration. In this context discuss the significance of ports like Chabahar and Sittwe in India's strategy to enhance connectivity and their contribution to India's geopolitical objectives.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Trade and Economic DiplomacySecurity and Strategic Affairs
Discuss the significance of India's diaspora and its role in enhancing India's economic and strategic interests.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Indian DiasporaTrade and Economic Diplomacy
"The ongoing internal crisis in Myanmar is impeding India's Act East Policy." In light of the statement, discuss the measures taken by India to deal with the crisis and associated challenges.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
NeighbourhoodSecurity and Strategic Affairs
The FIPIC initiative represents a significant endeavour aimed at enhancing India's involvement in the Pacific region. comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
ASEAN centrality, a key element in regional security and Asia's multilateral cooperation can be deployed to ensure that Asia's future is not dictated predominatly by greater power interests. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Highlighting the significance of Central Asia for India, discuss the challenges in strengthening the Indo-Central Asian relationship.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations
Discuss the potential for deeper dialogue and cooperation between NATO and India, considering their shared values and interests.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
Examine the causes of complication in India-Maldives relationship and assess the impact on the Indian Ocean region, with special emphasis on the role of China.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
NeighbourhoodSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Examine the major outcomes of soaring global debt crisis in emerging and developing economies on international relations.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Global InstitutionsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
Analyze the implications of the expansion of BRICS membership to include countries like Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt on the group's geopolitical relevance and economic power. Evaluate the impact of this development on India's position within BRICS and its ability to further its national interests.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsBilateral Relations
SCO serves India's quest for geopolitical balance and regional engagement; however, any benefits from it are cancelled out by the presence of China and Pakistan. In this context discuss various concerns faced by India regarding SCO?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
As China continues to pursue dominance over Indo-Pacific, the trilateral technology alliance between India, South Korea, and the United States aims to enhance collaboration in key emerging technology fields. Discuss the implications of this alliance for the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
India and European Union had a limited yet promising bilateral ties in the last six decades. However, current geopolitical challenges now offer an opportunity to work together and actualize the true potential of their relations. Analyze.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
The island states and territories from the South Pacific to the African coast have become new nodes in India's changing strategic geography. In this context, highlight the importance of these island states and also throw light upon the initiatives taken by India to strengthen ties with these states.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsRegional Groupings
‘India is taking a geopolitical balancing act in maintaining its longstanding friendship with Russia, even as it grows closer to the United States and its partners.’ How far has India been able to maintain its autonomy and look out for its own strategic interests? Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsMajor Powers
India has over the years emerged as the 'Preferred Security Partner' and a 'net security provider' in the Indian Ocean Region. Substantiate the statement with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Security and Strategic AffairsRegional Groupings
Evaluate the effectiveness of India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy in the context of China's increasing presence in the region.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
NeighbourhoodSecurity and Strategic Affairs
Throw light on the reasons for growing salience of Africa in India's foreign policy framework. Also, mention the contemporary areas of engagement between India and Africa.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy
The importance of Central Asia for India is not merely cultural and historical. In the light of this statement, describe the strategic importance of Central Asia for India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
ASEAN centrality, a key element in regional security and Asia's multilateral cooperation, can be deployed to ensure that Asia's future is not dictated predominantly by great power interests. Discuss. (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsMajor Powers
India's membership in the Shanghai cooperation organization (SCO) is aimed at securing strategic benefits. In this context, discuss how ongoing disputes with China and Pakistan impact india's ability to achieve these benefits?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsNeighbourhood
India and US have had an oscillating relationship in the past, to what extent has the relationship acquired depth in recent times? How should New Delhi navigate its relationship with the US after its sharp divergence with Washington on the issue of the Russia-Ukraine war?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsMajor Powers
A China-Taiwan conflict can severely jeopardize India's security and economic interests, making it a situation India cannot afford to overlook. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs
As China continues to pursue dominance over Indo-Pacific, the trilateral technology alliance between India, South Korea and the United States aim to enhance collaboration in key emerging technology fields. Discuss the implications of this alliance for the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs