NOTE: Please remember that following ‘answers’ are NOT ‘model answers’. They are NOT synopsis too if we go by definition of the term. What we are providing is content that both meets demand of the question and at the same. General Studies – 1 Topic: Art and Culture Q1. How do the outcomes …
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Topic: World history Q2. Describe the significance of the Treaty of Dunkirk and the Brussels Pact in the lead-up to NATO’s formation. (150 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: The Hindu Why the question: In 2024, NATO celebrates 75 years of collective defence. Understanding the Treaty of Dunkirk and the Brussels Pact is crucial as they …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: WEF Context: NATO, founded in 1949, celebrates 75 years with recent expansion and renewed unity. NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a military alliance of 32 countries from North America and Europe. It aims to safeguard the freedom and security of its members through collective defence against aggression.
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: BBC Context: Sweden has officially become the 32nd member of NATO, joining the military alliance two years after applying following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Sweden’s NATO membership was delayed due to objections from Turkey and Hungary, but eventually received approval.
Source: TH The recent NATO summit held in Vilnius had several key takeaways: Ukraine’s Presence: The launch of the NATO-Ukraine Council aimed to engage and support Ukraine. New Members: Finland and Sweden’s approval as NATO members showcased the alliance’s commitment to expansion and deterrence against potential threats, including Russia. S. Support: U.S. President Joe …
Mapping Source: IE Sweden’s request for joining NATO membership has been facing hurdles (Turkey and Hungary have still not approved). Previously, Finland joined NATO. Sweden is a Scandinavian nation with thousands of coastal islands and inland lakes, along with vast boreal forests and glaciated mountains. Its capital Stockholm is built on 14 islands. Historically, …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: LM, IE Context: Finland became the 31st member of NATO. Also, Britain will become the 12th member to join CPTPP (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership) -the first to join the partnership since its inception. Reasons: About NATO About CPTPP:
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and affecting India’s interest, NATO etc Source: Indian Express Directions: NATO mandate, membership and role of NATO are important for this year’s mains, etc. Context: NATO is important due to the Russia-Ukrain issue and talks for the expansion of NATO. But …
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Introduction: The global energy market is witnessing a turmoil as a result of the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Prices of petroleum products, oil & natural gas have shot up, resulting in a situation similar to the crisis witnessed during the 1970s. Background of Ukraine issue Tensions between Ukraine and Russia, both former Soviet states, escalated in …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International institutions. Context: Russia has warned Finland and Sweden against joining NATO, arguing that the move would not bring stability to Europe. Russia has said that if Sweden and Finland join NATO then it would have to strengthen its land, naval and air forces in the Baltic Sea. …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International Organisations. Context: Finland and Sweden have dismissed Russia’s warnings that their potential NATO membership would have “serious military-political consequences” for the two countries. However, Russia has voiced concern about what it described as efforts by the United States and some of its allies to “drag” Finland and …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International Organisations. Context: Russia’s membership in the Council of Europe has been suspended after its invasion of Ukraine. What’s the issue? Russia has launched a full-blown attack on Ukraine, with Russian forces entering the Obolon district, which is less than 10 km away from Central Kyiv – …
Introduction: In the latest development, Russia has started 10 days of joint military drills with close ally Belarus, which has a long border with Ukraine. The Ukrainian capital is located just about 75 miles south of the border with Belarus, and the West fears that Russia could use Belarusian territory to invade Ukraine. Ukraine …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate. Context: Russia has said it is pulling out its forces surrounding Ukraine. But, NATO and the U.S. have said that they are yet to be convinced the pullout was real. What’s the issue? Fears have been mounting of a …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate. Russia-Ukraine crisis: Context: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky recently said he had declared February 16, which U.S. officials had said could be the date of a Russian attack, as a day of “national unity”. However, Russia has clarified that it has …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate. Context: Amid the rising tensions over Russia’s military buildup around Ukraine, NATO allies have put forces on standby and sent ships and fighter jets to bolster Europe’s eastern defences. What is the conflict all about? Tensions between Ukraine and …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Important International institutions, agencies and fora, their structure, mandate. Context: Russia has stationed more than 1,00,000 troops at its border with aspiring NATO member Ukraine. What’s the issue? What are the demands by Russia? Russia stated that only if NATO withdraws their forces from all countries in Europe …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: India and neighbourhood relations. Ukraine Issue Context: The United States, NATO and Ukrainian officials have been making statements for nearly two weeks, referring to what they say are unusual Russian troop movements in the proximity of Ukraine. What is the conflict all about? Tensions between Ukraine and Russia, both …
Introduction: NATO leaders met in London to mark the 70th anniversary of the military alliance. The summit that was expected to cover issues like cyber-attacks and strategic challenges posed by China, was overshadowed by differences among the member countries themselves. These included Turkey’s recent military action in northern Syria, the varying levels of …
