Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.
5. Energy cooperation is one of the foundations of India and Russia relationship’s special and privileged strategic partnership but there is much more potential left to be harnessed by both sides in this aspect. Analyse. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
At the 6th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) in Russia’s Vladivostok, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a virtual address said, “India-Russia energy partnership can help bring stability to the global energy market.”
Key Demand of the question:
To write about Enerergy cooperation in India-Russia ties and steps that are needed to engage further.
Directive word:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing about the India and Russia relationship’s special and privileged strategic partnership and its various components.
Body:
First, write the historical context and development of energy cooperation between India and Russia. Write in detail various aspects and dimensions of energy cooperation between both ountires.
Next, write about the shortfalls and reasons for limited growth between India and Russia.
Next, write about steps that are required for deeper engagement and cooperation.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
