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Examine the evolution of the “Great Game” between Britain and Russia in 19th-century Central Asia. Assess how Afghanistan became its strategic centre and enduring legacy.

Topic: History of the world will include events from 18th century Q1. Examine the evolution of the “Great Game” between Britain and Russia in 19th-century Central Asia. Assess how Afghanistan became its strategic centre and enduring legacy. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IT Why the question: As tensions simmer over a fragile ceasefire with …

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China- Central Asia and India

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: International Relations   Source: IE  Context: China convened a meeting (online) of trade ministers of the grouping known as C+C5.   C+C5: It constitutes China and the five Central Asian republics, namely Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Kyrgyzstan.   China and Central Asia: China shares a long history of trade, culture, …

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India Central Asia Security Meet

GS Paper 2 Syllabus: India and its neighbourhood- relations.   Source: The Hindu  Context: India hosted a conclave of top security officials from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan with a focus on the evolving security situation in Afghanistan. This year was the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Central Asian …

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Central Asia Meet:

GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: India and neighbourhood relations.   Context: First India-Central Asia Summit was recently hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attended by the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. The India-Central Asia summit marked 30 years of diplomatic relations.     Outcomes of the meet – the “Delhi Declaration”: …

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India’s engagement with the Central Asian Republics (CARs), a region which India considers part of its “extended neighbourhood” is vital in navigating the opportunities and challenges in a region. Discuss.

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 4. India’s engagement with the Central Asian Republics (CARs), a region which India considers part of its “extended neighbourhood” is vital in navigating the opportunities and challenges in a region. Discuss. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Indian Express Why the question: Two days after China held a virtual …

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India’s carefully calibrated strategy in the Central Asian region is guided by mutual reciprocal interests both in economic and strategic terms. However, the recent events have brought up new challenges to India interests. Analyse.

Topic: India and its neighborhood- relations. 4. India’s carefully calibrated strategy in the Central Asian region is guided by mutual reciprocal interests both in economic and strategic terms. However, the recent events have brought up new challenges to India interests. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The Hindu Why the question: The dramatic developments …

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