Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.
3. Ties between India and Germany have potential to work together on issues such as fighting climate change, inequality, poverty and the digital divide but they should overcome disagreements on global issues. Comment. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock’s visit to India and talks with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar have set the stage for a more updated bilateral relationship. The two sides signed an agreement on mobility and migration that boosts travel for students, researchers and investors and businesses, and the meeting was preceded by Germany’s agreement to fund renewable energy projects worth a billion Euros.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about key aspects of Indo-German cooperation and mutual interest and how the two nations are natural partners making joint efforts for prosperity.
Directive word:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing about evolution of Indo-German relationship especially in the post-Merkel ere.
Body:
First, Discuss the commonalities between the two countries. E.g Both share common values and constitutional principles, and the bilateral relationship has always been based on great mutual respect and understanding. Today, India is one of the biggest and fastest-growing economies, and Germany is the biggest economy in Europe. Both are natural partners making a joint effort for prosperity, while ensuring that they safeguard the environment etc.
Next, write about the major differences and divergences between both the countries on the global issues.
Next, suggest areas where countries can further cooperate for mutual benefits – clean energy, trade, climate change etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing about taking forward Indo-German relations forward in post Merkel era.
