Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.
3. India is admired for its reputation and ability to harness all its resources in rescuing every single citizen in any corner of the world, every time they are in need. Elaborate on the measures that can be taken to strengthen and modernize rescue services to improve coordination and communication among various agencies in rescue operations. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
As India’s “Operation Kaveri”, launched to evacuate Indians stuck inside war-torn Sudan is underway, the government is making the most of a 72-hour ceasefire window to bring out about 3,000 civilians.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about India’s reputation in rescuing its citizens from conflict and measures needed to further strengthen it.
Directive word:
Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context.
Body:
In brief, write about the major achievements of India in rescue operations. Cite examples from current conflict in Sudan and previous conflicts and operations launched in order to rescue citizens.
Next, write about the various issues faced in the above and the need to modernise rescue operations. Write about the steps that are needed in this regard.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
