Examine the evolution of India’s policy towards foreign aid since independence. Analyse how the shift from aid-receiving to aid-giving has impacted its international image. Also evaluate the implications of this transition on India’s developmental partnerships with the Global South.

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. Examine the evolution of India’s policy towards foreign aid since independence. Analyse how the shift from aid-receiving to aid-giving has impacted its international image. Also evaluate the implications of this transition on India’s developmental partnerships with the Global South. (15 …

Evaluate how outdated credit rating methodologies distort capital access for developing countries. Suggest structural reforms for credit rating institutions.

Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q6. Evaluate how outdated credit rating methodologies distort capital access for developing countries. Suggest structural reforms for credit rating institutions. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Recent UN and G20 forums have criticised the role of credit rating agencies in limiting affordable …

Role of Global South in Achieving Ukraine peace

Syllabus: International Relations Source:  TH Context: As Ukraine war nears a fragile ceasefire, debates intensify over who should oversee peace implementation. The Global South (Africa, Asia, Latin America) emerges as a credible alternative to NATO-led forces, given its neutrality and UN peacekeeping expertise. Understanding the Global South: A coalition of developing nationsacross Africa, Asia, Latin America, advocating for equitable global governance. E.g. BRICS (Brazil, …

UPSC Mains Answer Writing Practice – Insights SECURE: 10 February 2025

  The Insights IAS Secure Initiative for UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice enables you to practice daily answer writing, enhancing your skills and boosting your scores with regular feedback, expert tips, and strategies. Let consistency be the hallmark of your preparation and utilize UPSC Mains Answer Writing practice initiative wisely   Click on EACH question to …

In the context of the AI Action Summit, examine the importance of equitable access to AI resources for the Global South. How can India advocate for a fair AI ecosystem at the multilateral level?

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Q4. In the context of the AI Action Summit, examine the importance of equitable access to AI resources for the Global South. How can India advocate for a fair AI ecosystem at the multilateral level? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: …

[Mission 2023] INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY 17 January 2023

InstaLinks :  help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions in your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their …