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Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Q4. Discuss the implications of emerging divisions within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) for regional stability. Assess how these developments affect India’s strategic interests. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Recent geopolitical shifts and emerging divergences within …
Source: BS Subject: Economy/International Relations Context: The ongoing West Asia crisis has disrupted energy supplies, exposing India’s heavy dependence on imported gas. This has revived discussion on past pipeline projects like the Iran–Pakistan–India (IPI) and Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) About The Iran-Pakistan-India (IPI) Pipeline: What it is? A proposed 2,775 km natural gas pipeline designed to transport …
Context: The Liberia-flagged crude oil tanker ‘Shenlong’ carrying Saudi crude oil reached Mumbai Port after transiting the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. About ‘Shenlong’ Crude Tanker: What it is? Shenlong is a Suezmax-class crude oil tanker transporting crude oil from Ras Tanura Oil Terminal to India. It is Liberia-flagged, meaning …
Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Q4. Evaluate the implications of West Asian instability for India’s energy security and diaspora protection. What diplomatic strategies should India adopt? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question West Asian instability is a recurring theme due to its …
Source: TH Subject: Science and Technology Context: India is re-evaluating its battery strategy amid rising concerns over critical mineral dependence, import vulnerability, and supply security linked to lithium-ion batteries. About Sodium-ion battery technology: What it is? Sodium-ion batteries (SiBs) are rechargeable batteries that store and release energy using sodium ions (Na⁺) as charge carriers instead …
Source: TH Context: Oil India Ltd (OIL) has announced the discovery of natural gas in the Andaman Shallow Offshore Block. This marks the first reported hydrocarbon find in the region, potentially reducing India’s heavy import dependence on oil and gas. About India Discovers Natural Gas near Andaman Island: What it is? Natural gas reserves identified …
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Syllabus: Energy Source: TH Context: Energy is no longer a passive growth input but the foundation of sovereignty and security. For India, with 85% crude and 50% natural gas dependence, energy shocks directly hit trade balance, inflation, and national resilience. Global Context: Lessons from Energy Flashpoints 1973 Oil Embargo – The Arab embargo quadrupled oil …
Source: NIE Context: Prime Minister of India announced the National Deep Water Exploration Mission on the 79th Independence Day to boost offshore oil and gas discovery, targeting areas like the Andaman Sea and deep waters off the Andhra coast to achieve energy self-reliance. About National Deep Water Exploration Mission: What it is? A flagship energy …
General Studies-2; Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Introduction As geopolitical tensions between the West and Russia escalate, the pressure on countries like India to align with Western sanctions is intensifying. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte’s recent warning—that India, China, and Brazil could face secondary sanctions …
Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Q4. Evaluate how the US-Iran escalation may impact India’s connectivity initiatives such as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC). Analyse strategic options for India to insulate its regional interests. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question …
Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent); Q2. The growing mismatch between global oil supply and demand is reshaping energy geopolitics. How can India navigate this shifting oil market scenario? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Based on the IEA Oil 2025 …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS –4 June 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 …
Syllabus: Energy Source: TH Context: India’s Petroleum Minister highlighted India’s energy strategy, biofuel achievements, and green hydrogen push in an op-ed, as India became the 4th largest global economy in 2025 with $4.3 trillion GDP. About India Energy Security: Need for Energy Security in India: High Demand Growth: India is set to contribute 25% of …
General Studies-3; Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways, etc. Introduction In July 2024, the Indian government, during the presentation of the Union Budget FY 2024-25, outlined plans for expanding the nuclear energy sector. Plans include collaborations with private players for the development of Bharat Small Reactors (BSR) and Bharat Small Modular Reactors (BSMR). …
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Nuclear energy is undoubtedly most controversial, yet critical part for India’s future energy security. As we know India’s annual energy demand is expected to rise to 800 GW by 2032, it is very important to consider every source of energy in the optimum energy mix. Arguments in favor of nuclear energy become even …
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ARCHIVES 10 September 2014 Terrorism and Strategic Issues: 1) What do you understand by Nuclear Terrorism? Critically discuss its possible origins and threats to India. (200 Words) Reference – IDSA (Introduction and Page 45) 2) It is said that USA is inching towards energy independence. Discuss it geopolitical implications, especially on India. (200 Words) Reference – IDSA …
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