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GS II 2025 10 marks 150 words

"With the waning of globalization, post-Cold War world is becoming a site of sovereign nationalism." Elucidate.

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GS II 2025 15 marks 250 words

"Energy security constitutes the dominant kingpin of India's foreign policy, and is linked with India's overarching influence in Middle Eastern countries." How would you integrate…

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GS II 2025 15 marks 250 words

"The reform process in the United Nations remains unresolved, because of the delicate imbalance of East and West and entanglement of the USA vs. Russo-Chinese alliance." Examine a…

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GS II 2025 10 marks 150 words

India-Africa digital partnership is achieving mutual respect, co-development and long-term institutional partnerships. Elaborate.

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GS II 2024 10 marks 150 words

Critically analyse India's evolving diplomatic, economic and strategic relations with the Central Asian Republics (CARs) highlighting their increasing significance in regional and…

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GS II 2024 15 marks 250 words

'Terrorism has become a significant threat to global peace and security.' Evaluate the effectiveness of the United Nations Security Council's Counter Terrorism Committee (CTC and…

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GS II 2024 15 marks 250 words

Discuss the geopolitical and geostrategic importance of Maldives for India with a focus on global trade and/energy flows. Further also discuss how this relationship affects India'…

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GS II 2024 10 marks 150 words

'The West is fostering India as an alternative to reduce dependence on China's supply chain and as a strategically to counter China's political and economic dominance." Explain th…

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GS II 2023 10 marks 150 words

Indian diaspora has scaled new heights in the West. Describe its economic and political benefits for India.

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GS II 2023 15 marks 250 words

'The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic partnership works well in India.' What is your opinion about this statement? Give reasons and examples…

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GS II 2023 15 marks 250 words

'Sea is an important Component of the Cosmos'. Discuss in the light of the above statement the role of the IMO(International Maritime Organisation) in protecting environment and e…

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GS II 2023 10 marks 150 words

'Virus of Conflict is affecting the functioning of the SCO'. In the light of the above statement point out the role of India in mitigating problems.

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GS II 2022 10 marks 150 words

Do you think that BIMSTEC is a parallel organisation like the SAARC ? What are the similarities and dissimilarities between the two ? How are Indian foreign policy objectives real…

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GS II 2022 15 marks 250 words

How will 12U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India's position in global politics?

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GS II 2022 10 marks 150 words

India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.' Discuss India's role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in the light of the preceding statement.

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GS II 2021 10 marks 150 words

"The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union." Explain.

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GS II 2021 15 marks 250 words

Critically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. what importance does it hold for India.

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GS II 2021 15 marks 250 words

The newly tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China's ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discu…

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GS II 2021 10 marks 150 words

"If the last few decades were of Asia's growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa's." In the light of this statement, examine India's influence in Africa in recent y…

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GS II 2020 10 marks 150 words

'Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European Countries'. Comment with examples.

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GS II 2020 15 marks 250 words

'Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD)' is the transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times - Discuss.

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GS II 2020 15 marks 250 words

What is the significance of Indo-US defence deals over Indo-Russian defence deals? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

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GS II 2020 10 marks 150 words

Critically examine the role of WHO in providing global health security during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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GS II 2019 10 marks 150 words

'Too little cash, too much politics, leaves UNESCO fighting for life.' Discuss the statement in the light of US' withdrawal and its accusation of the cultural body as being 'anti-…

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GS II 2019 15 marks 250 words

"The long-sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalised Nations has disappeared on account of its new found role in the emerging global order" Elaborate

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GS II 2019 15 marks 250 words

"What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would sat…

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GS II 2019 10 marks 150 words

'The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a great significance for Asia and…

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GS II 2018 10 marks 150 words

A number of outside powers have entrenched themselves in Central Asia, which is a zone of interest to India. Discuss the implications, in this context, of India's joining the Ashg…

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GS II 2018 15 marks 250 words

What are the key areas of reform if the WTO has to survive in the present context of 'Trade War', especially keeping in mind the interest of India?

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GS II 2018 15 marks 250 words

In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to its situation?

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GS II 2018 10 marks 150 words

"India's relations with Israel have, of late, acquired a depth and diversity, which cannot be rolled back." Discuss.

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GS II 2017 10 marks 150 words

What are the main functions of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)? Explain different functional commissions attached to it.

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GS II 2017 15 marks 250 words

The question of India's Energy Security constitutes the most important part of India's economic progress. Analyze India's energy policy cooperation with West Asian Countries.

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GS II 2017 15 marks 250 words

Indian Diaspora has an important role to play in South-East Asian countries' economy and society. Appraise the role of Indian Diaspora in South- East Asia in this context

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GS II 2017 10 marks 150 words

'China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia', In the light of this statement, discuss its impact…

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GS II 2016 15 marks 250 words

"The broader aims and objectives of WTO are to manage and promote international trade in the era of globalization. But the Doha round of negotiations seem doomed due to difference…

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GS II 2016 15 marks 250 words

Evaluate the economic and strategic dimensions of India's Look East Policy in the context of the post Cold War international scenario.

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GS II 2016 15 marks 250 words

"Increasing cross-border terrorist attacks in India and growing interference in the internal affairs of member-states by Pakistan are not conducive for the future of SAARC (South…

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GS II 2016 15 marks 250 words

What are the aims and objectives of the McBride Commission of the UNESCO? What is India's position on these?

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GS II 2015 15 marks 250 words

Increasing interest of India in Africa has its pro and cons. Critically Examine.

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GS II 2015 15 marks 250 words

Discuss the impediments India is facing in its pursuit of a permanent seat in UNSC.

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GS II 2015 15 marks 250 words

Project 'Mausam' is considered a unique foreign policy initiative of Indian government to improve relationship wit its neighbours. Does the project have a strategic dimension? Dis…

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GS II 2015 15 marks 250 words

Terrorist activities and mutual distrust have clouded India - Pakistan relations. To what extent the use of soft power like sports and cultural exchange could help generate goodwi…

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GS II 2014 12 marks 150 words

With respect to the South China sea, maritime territorial disputes and rising tension affaire the need for safeguarding maritime security to ensure freedom of navigation and ever…

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GS II 2014 12 marks 150 words

The aim of Information Technology Agreements (ITAs) is to lower all taxes and tariffs on Information technology products by signatories to zero. What impact would such agreements…

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GS II 2014 12 marks 150 words

Some of the International funding agencies have special terms for economic participation stipulating a substantial component of the aid used for sourcing equipment from the leadin…

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GS II 2014 12 marks 150 words

India has recently signed to become founding member of New Development Bank (NDB) and also the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). How will the role of the two Banks be d…

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GS III 2014 12 marks 150 words

China and Pakistan have entered into an agreement for development of an economic corridor. What threat does this pose for India's security? Critically examine.

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GS II 2013 10 marks 150 words

The proposed withdrawal of International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) from Afghanistan in 2014 is fraught with major security implications for the countries of the region. Exa…

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GS II 2013 10 marks 150 words

What do you understand by 'The String of Pearls'? How does it impact India? Briefly outline the steps taken by India to counter this.

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GS II 2013 10 marks 150 words

Economic ties between India and Japan while growing in the recent years are still far below their potential. Elucidate the policy constraints which are inhibiting this growth.

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GS II 2013 10 marks 150 words

The protests in Shahbag Square in Dhaka in Bangladesh reveal a fundamental split in society between the nationalists and Islamic forces. What is its significance for India?

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GS II 2013 10 marks 150 words

Discuss the political developments in Maldives in the last two years. Should they be of any cause of concern to India?

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GS II 2013 10 marks 150 words

In respect of India -- Sri Lanka relations, discuss how domestic factors influence foreign policy.

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GS II 2013 10 marks 150 words

What is meant by Gujral doctrine? Does it have any relevance today? Discuss.

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GS II 2013 10 marks 150 words

The World Bank and the IMF, collectively known as the Bretton Woods Institutions, are the two inter-governmental pillars supporting the structure of the world's economic and finan…

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