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“Managing competition with China requires India to combine strategic caution with selective economic engagement.” Assess the factors that should guide India’s approach towards China.

Topic: India and its neighbourhood- relations. Q4. “Managing competition with China requires India to combine strategic caution with selective economic engagement.” Assess the factors that should guide India’s approach towards China. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Evolving India-China relations, changing geopolitical dynamics, and the need to balance national security with …

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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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Shaksgam Valley

Source:  NDTV Subject:  Mapping Context: The Shaksgam Valley has returned to focus after China reaffirmed its territorial claims and defended infrastructure construction in the region, following India’s strong diplomatic protest. About Shaksgam Valley: What it is? Shaksgam Valley, also called the Trans-Karakoram Tract, is a high-altitude, sparsely inhabited region in the extreme north of the …

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UPSC MINDMAPS – India–China Relations

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 1 September 2025

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 1 September 2025 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …

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A healthy and stable India–China relationship serves not only bilateral but also global interests. Evaluate this statement in the context of global governance. Examine the role of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) as a testing ground. Outline strategies for India to maximise its gains.

Topic: India and its neighbourhood- relations Q4. A healthy and stable India–China relationship serves not only bilateral but also global interests. Evaluate this statement in the context of global governance. Examine the role of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) as a testing ground. Outline strategies for India to maximise its gains. (15 M) Difficulty Level: …

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“In the absence of a coherent Tibet policy, India risks appearing both timid and reactive”. Analyse the risks of ambiguity. How can India craft a long-term approach?

Topic: India and its neighbourhood- relations Q4. “In the absence of a coherent Tibet policy, India risks appearing both timid and reactive”. Analyse the risks of ambiguity. How can India craft a long-term approach? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question The question arises from the Dalai Lama’s recent succession announcement and …

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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

Source:  IE Context: The Ministry of External Affairs announced the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2025 after a four-year suspension due to COVID-19 and border tensions. About Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: What It Is? A sacred pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar in the Ngari Prefecture of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), China. …

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India China Ministerial Meet

Syllabus: International Relations Source:  HT Context: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the G-20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Johannesburg. About India-China Foreign Ministers Meeting: Issues Discussed: Border Management: Discussions focused on maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Both sides emphasized the …

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Chushul-Moldo Border

 Source:  DD News Context: The Indian and Chinese armies observed Diwali with an exchange of sweets and greetings at the Chushul-Moldo border point in Ladakh, reflecting a continued tradition of goodwill despite ongoing tensions. About Chushul-Moldo Border: Location: Chushul-Moldo is a key border meeting point situated in eastern Ladakh along the Line of Actual Control …

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India-China Patrolling Arrangement

Syllabus: International relations Source: IE  Context: India and China recently announced an agreement on “patrolling arrangements” along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), aimed at resolving lingering border disputes. Key Points on the India-China Patrolling Agreement: Restoration of patrolling rights: Indian and Chinese troops will regain patrolling rights in areas of longstanding contention, such as …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26 September 2024

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LAC issue

Reference:  Indian Express Syllabus: International Relations   Context: India and China are learnt to have made “significant progress” in narrowing their gap on pending issues along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.   Progress on LAC issue: Recent Diplomatic and Military Talks: The 31st WMCC talks and upcoming Corps Commanders’ meeting are …

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Tibet-China Dispute Act Passed by US Congress

Syllabus: International Relations Source: BS   Context: US Congress recently, passed the “Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act,” aimed at countering China’s historical claims over Tibet and promoting dialogue between Beijing and the Dalai Lama.   What does the Policy say?   The Act states that US policy requires the Tibet-China dispute to …

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Three years after Galwan: Where India-China ties stand

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: International Relations – India-China Relations   Source: IE    Context: The Galwan clash was a significant event in India-China relations. The clash resulted in the deaths of 20 Indian soldiers, marking the first time Indian Army personnel were killed on the Line of Actual Control since 1975. Both sides have engaged …

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