Tag: Geopolitics

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“The erosion of international law reflects the growing tension between power politics and normative order.” Examine the factors contributing to the weakening of international legal norms and the consequences for international stability. Suggest measures to strengthen the rules-based order.

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Q4. “The erosion of international law reflects the growing tension between power politics and normative order.” Examine the factors contributing to the weakening of international legal norms and the consequences for international stability. Suggest measures to strengthen the rules-based order. (15 …

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“Great-power competition often constrains the strategic choices of middle powers.” Analyse the implications of U.S.-China rivalry for India’s foreign policy. Discuss the opportunities and limitations arising from it.

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. “Great-power competition often constrains the strategic choices of middle powers.” Analyse the implications of U.S.-China rivalry for India’s foreign policy. Discuss the opportunities and limitations arising from it. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question The intensifying …

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Trace the historical background that led to the outbreak of the Korean War in 1950. Evaluate the role of major powers in shaping the conflict. Assess the long-term geopolitical consequences of the war.

Topic: History of the world will include events from 18th century such as industrial revolution, world wars, redrawal of national boundaries Q1. Trace the historical background that led to the outbreak of the Korean War in 1950. Evaluate the role of major powers in shaping the conflict. Assess the long-term geopolitical consequences of the war. …

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Account for India’s critical minerals strategy in the context of geopolitical competition. Explain the role played by plurilateral arrangements. Also identify the principal challenges ahead.

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Q3. Account for India’s critical minerals strategy in the context of geopolitical competition. Explain the role played by plurilateral arrangements. Also identify the principal challenges ahead. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Critical minerals have become central …

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Weimar Triangle

Source:  HT Subject:  Mapping Context: India participated for the first time in the Weimar Triangle format, where Poland publicly backed India over U.S. pressure on Russian oil imports. About Weimar Triangle: What it is? The Weimar Triangle is a trilateral political and diplomatic grouping of France, Germany and Poland created to promote European integration, political …

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Examine the security challenges along India’s borders with its neighbours. Analyse how geopolitical dynamics and non-state actors shape these challenges. Propose comprehensive policy responses to tackle this emerging threat.

Topic: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Q5. Examine the security challenges along India’s borders with its neighbours. Analyse how geopolitical dynamics and non-state actors shape these challenges. Propose comprehensive policy responses to tackle this emerging threat. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question India is facing increasingly complex border security …

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Monroe Doctrine

Source:  HT Subject:  International Relations Context: The U.S. action against Venezuela and the capture of its president has been justified by Donald Trump by invoking the Monroe Doctrine, a 19th-century U.S. policy. About Monroe Doctrine: What it is? The Monroe Doctrine is a U.S. foreign policy principle asserting that the Western Hemisphere is the exclusive …

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Thailand

Source:  WION Subject:  Mapping Context: Thailand has formally expressed its intention to join BRICS, seeking India’s support ahead of New Delhi’s BRICS chairmanship in 2026. About Thailand: Location: Thailand is a Southeast Asian country located in the centre of mainland Southeast Asia, entirely within the tropical zone. Capital: Bangkok is the capital and the largest …

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Examine the emerging triangular diplomacy among the US, Russia, and China in shaping the Ukraine endgame. How should India recalibrate its Eurasia strategy?

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Q4. Examine the emerging triangular diplomacy among the US, Russia, and China in shaping the Ukraine endgame. How should India recalibrate its Eurasia strategy? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question The Ukraine endgame has triggered renewed triangular …

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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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“Access to strategic minerals is becoming a key determinant of geopolitical power”. Evaluate this statement with reference to the Indian subcontinent.

Topic: Geography Q1. “Access to strategic minerals is becoming a key determinant of geopolitical power”. Evaluate this statement with reference to the Indian subcontinent. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question: The increasing strategic value of minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths in shaping industrial competitiveness, technological sovereignty, and geopolitical influence …

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The IMEC project highlights the shift in global supply chain priorities. Examine its potential to redefine trade connectivity. Discuss the logistical challenges to its realisation.

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. The IMEC project highlights the shift in global supply chain priorities. Examine its potential to redefine trade connectivity. Discuss the logistical challenges to its realisation. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question: With shifting global geopolitics and …

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Syria and Middle East Tension

Syllabus: International Relations Source:  IE  Context: The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria after an 11-day offensive by rebel groups has triggered a geopolitical reshuffle in the Middle East. Middle East Tensions and Syria’s Recent Fall: Syria’s Collapse Assad’s rule, characterized by authoritarianism, ended after sustained pressure from rebel forces led by Abu Mohammed …

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