Deliberate upon the security concerns associated with increasing nuclearization of the world countries.

Topic : Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.

4. Deliberate upon the security concerns associated with increasing nuclearization of the world countries. (250 words)

Reference: The Hindu 

Why the question:

The article discusses the concerns associated with nuclear weapons.

Key Demand of the question:

Discuss in detail the security concerns associated with increasing nuclearization of the world countries.

Directive:

Deliberate – Weigh up to what extent something is true. Persuade the reader of your argument by citing relevant research but also remember to point out any flaws and counter- arguments as well. Conclude by stating clearly how far you agree with the original proposition.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction:

Start by quoting key facts such as – Since 1945, the United States, the Soviet Union/Russia, the United Kingdom, France, China, Israel, India, Pakistan, and North Korea have armed themselves with destructive nuclear weapons. Over 1,26,000 nuclear weapons have been built since the beginning of the atomic age.

Body:

Start by briefly discussing the damage potential these nuke weapons have, The use of existing weapons against civilian populations can cause a high number of casualties as observed in the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The large numbers of nuclear tests are causing grave and long-lasting damage to the environment and public health.

Highlight the vulnerabilities that such weapons expose us to. Nuclear weapons supporters have often argued that the use of nuclear weapons is impossible because of deterrence.

Take hints from the article and draw suitable touch points.

Conclusion:

Conclude what needs to be done to address such grave security concern the world is to face.