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Democratic backsliding in India’s neighbourhood erodes normative influence and enables adversarial networks to expand. Discuss with reference to Bangladesh. Suggest India’s strategic course corrections.

Topic: India and its neighbourhood- relations Q4. Democratic backsliding in India’s neighbourhood erodes normative influence and enables adversarial networks to expand. Discuss with reference to Bangladesh. Suggest India’s strategic course corrections. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question To assess the impact of democratic erosion in neighbouring states on India’s regional influence …

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Durand Line

Source:  TOI Context: Fresh cross-border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan along the Durand Line have killed over 80 soldiers on both sides, reigniting tensions over the disputed frontier. About Durand Line: What it is? The Durand Line is the international land border between Afghanistan and Pakistan, stretching for about 2,600 km (1,600 miles). It demarcates …

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Exercise Bright Star 2025

Source:  PIB Context: Over 700 Indian Armed Forces personnel will participate in Exercise Bright Star 2025 in Egypt, showcasing tri-service operational capabilities. About Exercise Bright Star 2025: What it is? A multilateral military exercise, one of the largest tri-service drills in the Middle East–North Africa (MENA) region. Conducted biennially since 1980. Nations Involved: Primarily hosted …

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The resurgence of China-led trilaterals in South Asia marks a turning point in regional geopolitics. Discuss the motivations behind these alignments. Analyse the risks they pose to India’s security. Suggest a coherent counter-strategy.

Topic: India and its neighbourhood- relations. Q4. The resurgence of China-led trilaterals in South Asia marks a turning point in regional geopolitics. Discuss the motivations behind these alignments. Analyse the risks they pose to India’s security. Suggest a coherent counter-strategy. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The resurgence of China-led trilaterals …

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India’s engagement with Taliban reflects a shift from ideological rigidity to strategic pragmatism”. Critically analyse. Examine how this recalibration impacts India’s broader regional diplomacy.

Topic: India and its neighbourhood- relations Q4. India’s engagement with Taliban reflects a shift from ideological rigidity to strategic pragmatism”. Critically analyse. Examine how this recalibration impacts India’s broader regional diplomacy. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: Senior Indian diplomat holds talks with Taliban’s acting foreign minister in Kabul. Key Demand …

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As India enters its 75th year of independence, it faces challenges to manage development, regional security, a balance of power, and the shaping of international consensus to be more amenable to Indian interests. Comment.

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.   3. As India enters its 75th year of independence, it faces challenges to manage development, regional security, a balance of power, and the shaping of international consensus to be more amenable to Indian interests. Comment. (250 words) Difficulty …

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