Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.
3. India-France relationship is strong and multifaceted, encompassing strategic, economic, and cultural dimensions. Elaborate. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
The article provides an explanation of the strong ties between India and France and highlights the significance of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France. The article outlines several factors that contribute to the strength of the bilateral relationship.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the achievements in 25 years of Indo-France strategic partnership.
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 of 25 years of Indo-France strategic partnership.
Body:
First, discuss about the historic relations between the India and France in brief.
Next, write about the major areas of cooperation and major achievements in the Indo-France relationship in the past 25 years.
Next, write about the further potential in the Indo-French relations especially given the current geopolitical turmoil in Europe. Elaborate on the aspect of importance of multilateralism and have a common respect for international rules and regulations that both the countries share.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward in order to achieve the potential.
