Topic: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests
Q3. Critically analyze the challenges faced by SAARC in recent years and need for its revival. (150 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Economic Times
Why the question:
Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh’s interim government, calls for a revival of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC).
Key Demand of the Question:
Critically analyze the challenges faced by SAARC in recent years and highlight the need for its revival.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Briefly introduce SAARC as a regional organization aimed at promoting cooperation among South Asian countries.
Body:
First part: Challenges Faced by SAARC:
Political Rivalries, Economic Disparities, Ineffective Implementation, Lack of Strong Institutional Framework:
Second part: Need for Revival:
Regional Stability, Enhanced Connectivity, Geopolitical Balance:
Conclusion:
Highlight the importance of SAARC in fostering regional cooperation and need to ensure its effective revival.
