Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub-continent)
1. Discuss the economic importance of Indian ocean region for India. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write in detail about the economic significance of the Indian ocean for India. We have to give a complete picture of the importance of the region.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
write a few introductory lines about the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Draw a small representative map showing key features.
Body:
Discuss in points the economic significance of the IOR for India.
First, it enjoys a privileged location at the crossroads of global trade, The Ocean’s vast drainage basin is importance, rich in natural resources. Fishing and Aquaculture and Mineral resources, Strategic importance etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing about the importance of IOR for India.
