Tag: India’s foreign policy

Posted on

The Indo-Pacific has evolved from a maritime-security construct into a wider strategic-economic framework. Elucidate.

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Q4. The Indo-Pacific has evolved from a maritime-security construct into a wider strategic-economic framework. Elucidate. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The Indo-Pacific has emerged as the central geopolitical and geo-economic theatre of the 21st century due …

Continue reading “The Indo-Pacific has evolved from a maritime-security construct into a wider strategic-economic framework. Elucidate.”

Posted on

“Soft power today functions less as passive attraction and more as an instrument of strategic communication.” Discuss this assertion. Analyse its application in India’s foreign policy. Examine the limitations of relying on soft power in contemporary international relations.

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. “Soft power today functions less as passive attraction and more as an instrument of strategic communication.” Discuss this assertion. Analyse its application in India’s foreign policy. Examine the limitations of relying on soft power in contemporary international relations. (15 M) …

Continue reading ““Soft power today functions less as passive attraction and more as an instrument of strategic communication.” Discuss this assertion. Analyse its application in India’s foreign policy. Examine the limitations of relying on soft power in contemporary international relations.”

Posted on

India–ASEAN Summit 2025

Syllabus: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings Source:  IE Context: Prime Minister of India virtually addressed the 22nd India–ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, reaffirming India’s commitment to deepen cooperation in maritime security, digital inclusion, and resilient supply chains. He also announced that 2026 will be celebrated as the “ASEAN–India Year of Maritime Cooperation.” About India–ASEAN Summit …

Continue reading “India–ASEAN Summit 2025”

Posted on

India Elected for United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)

Source:  News on Air Context: India has been elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term, marking its seventh tenure on the global body. About India Elected for United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC): What it is? The UNHRC is the principal intergovernmental body within the United Nations system …

Continue reading “India Elected for United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)”

Posted on

The anchors of global governance have come unstuck, and multilateral institutions are losing legitimacy. Analyse the impact of this trend on India’s foreign policy. Suggest ways India can safeguard its strategic autonomy.

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Q4. The anchors of global governance have come unstuck, and multilateral institutions are losing legitimacy. Analyse the impact of this trend on India’s foreign policy. Suggest ways India can safeguard its strategic autonomy. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why …

Continue reading “The anchors of global governance have come unstuck, and multilateral institutions are losing legitimacy. Analyse the impact of this trend on India’s foreign policy. Suggest ways India can safeguard its strategic autonomy.”

Posted on

Nepal’s Political Turmoil: A Test Case for India’s Neighbourhood First Policy

Syllabus: International Relation   Source:  DH Context: Nepal is witnessing a political churn after the resignation of PM K.P. Sharma Oli, violent protests, and the swearing-in of former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as interim PM. India faces a strategic challenge to protect its security and economic interests while avoiding perceptions of interference, even as China …

Continue reading “Nepal’s Political Turmoil: A Test Case for India’s Neighbourhood First Policy”

Posted on

India–Taliban 2.0 Engagement

Syllabus: International Relation Source:  FF  Context: India held back-to-back high-level meetings with Taliban representatives including Foreign Secretary-level talks and EAM Jaishankar’s call with Amir Khan Muttaqi. Russia’s formal recognition of Taliban adds momentum to India’s cautious but deepening engagement. About India–Taliban 2.0 Engagement: Geopolitical Context of India–Afghanistan Relations From Hostility to Opportunity: During Taliban’s first …

Continue reading “India–Taliban 2.0 Engagement”

Posted on

UN peacekeeping has helped prevent state collapse in several post-conflict nations. Analyse how peacekeeping contributes to long-term stability. Identify the key operational challenges. Also evaluate its relevance in a multipolar world.

Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Q4. UN peacekeeping has helped prevent state collapse in several post-conflict nations. Analyse how peacekeeping contributes to long-term stability. Identify the key operational challenges. Also evaluate its relevance in a multipolar world. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question: The proposed withdrawal …

Continue reading “UN peacekeeping has helped prevent state collapse in several post-conflict nations. Analyse how peacekeeping contributes to long-term stability. Identify the key operational challenges. Also evaluate its relevance in a multipolar world.”

Posted on

India’s Foreign Policy: Challenge of Global Rise but Regional Decline

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: International relations  Source: TH Context: India’s global rise contrasts sharply with its regional decline, posing significant implications for its global ambitions. Despite burgeoning power on the world stage, India’s influence in South Asia has diminished due to relative power shifts, particularly vis-à-vis China. India’s Global Rise: India’s regional decline: Diminished Influence …

Continue reading “India’s Foreign Policy: Challenge of Global Rise but Regional Decline”

Posted on

Insights into Editorial: Reframing India’s foreign policy priorities

  Context: The year 2021 should see a cementing of the many trends that had their genesis in 2020. Leadership change in the United States is perhaps the most awaited change, but is unlikely to bring about a major power shift in the international arena. Even before the changeover, and despite the promise of a …

Continue reading “Insights into Editorial: Reframing India’s foreign policy priorities”