Security and Strategic Affairs

Discuss factors and geopolitical interest which shapes India's engagement with central Asia. Also Mention steps which India need to take to enhance its reach in the region.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy

In light of the changing geopolitical landscape, what are the emerging areas of cooperation and potential challenges in the India-Japan strategic relationship?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs

The expansion of BRICS has been projected as a step towards greater representation for the Global South. Critically examine this claim in the context of growing concerns about China's strategic dominance within the grouping.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Regional GroupingsMajor Powers

Assess the strategic significance of Taiwan for the world, and how its position as a major economic power and a potential flashpoint in the Asia-Pacific region affects the geopolitical balance of power in the 21st century.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024

Bilateral RelationsRegional Groupings

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

China's interest in Russia is not only that of a strategic partner, but also for it being a strategic diversion for the west. Analyze.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023

Major PowersBilateral Relations

India-China relations are evolving from confrontation to cautious diplomacy. In this context, discuss the recent efforts made to stabilise the relationship and identify the structural challenges that continue to impede complete normalisation.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

NeighbourhoodBilateral Relations

The ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel present a foreign policy dilemma for India, given its strategic ties with both. Analyse the challenges this conflict poses and suggest how India can balance its interests amid rising instability in the region?

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs

'India's recent diplomatic outreach to the Taliban government in Afghanistan marks a significant shift in its regional geopolitical strategy'. Examine the rationale behind this shift and the strategic risks and opportunities it presents for India.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

NeighbourhoodSecurity and Strategic Affairs

With emerging new vectors in International relations with multi-polarity, opened the new channels for geo-political engagement for India with Western States.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy

US-China cold war is ushering in an era of renewed bipolarism in the world.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Major PowersBilateral Relations

India's relation with West Asia has acquired depth and diversity that can navigate geopolitical hurdles. Comment.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy

The Red Sea holds strategic importance in global maritime trade and geopolitics. Analyse the impact of the ongoing Red Sea crisis on regional stability and the global supply chain.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Global Commons and TreatiesSecurity and Strategic Affairs

Built upon common democratic values & shared vision of strategic autonomy, India-France bilateral ties exude a promise of stability, growth & security in time of geopolitical flux & uncertainty. Do you agree?

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs

India's strategic autonomy remains the guiding principle in navigating relations with the United States and China. In this context, analyze the potential challenges and opportunities for India and how should India navigate this renewed US-China rivalry.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Bilateral RelationsMajor Powers

Indo-Pacific in recent times has emerged as zone of diverging interests and priorities. Discuss. Do you think Global Security Initiative will supercede Quad in the region?

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Regional GroupingsSecurity and Strategic Affairs

USA-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for prosperity (IPEF) is an economic initiative to complement its existing security partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. Analyze the significance and challenges to IPEF in the present scenario.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Regional GroupingsTrade and Economic Diplomacy

What do you understand by Non Aligned Movement (NAM)? Is India's foreign policy still guided by principles of non-alignment? Justify.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Bilateral RelationsRegional Groupings

Instability in its neighbourhood combined with displacement & humanitarian crisis don't auger well for India's interest in the region. Elucidate.

15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

NeighbourhoodSecurity and Strategic Affairs

India's "Balancing act" in the ongoing Ukraine crisis is borne out of mature strategic thinking rather than mere necessities. Explain.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs

In the backdrop of changing geography of Arctic Ocean, the global order provides opportunity of shifting focus to untapped resources at Arctic region.

Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Global Commons and TreatiesTrade and Economic Diplomacy

India's response to Ukraine crisis is an expression of strategic autonomy and not a reflection of strategic compulsions. Examine.

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Bilateral RelationsSecurity and Strategic Affairs

India's engagement with Africa is no longer limited to development cooperation, but increasingly shaped by strategic and economic considerations. Discuss

10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023

Bilateral RelationsTrade and Economic Diplomacy