India’s engagement with Iran increasingly reflects strategic caution rather than strategic withdrawal. Examine the statement in the context of Iran’s internal instability. Assess its implications for India’s West Asia policy.

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. India’s engagement with Iran increasingly reflects strategic caution rather than strategic withdrawal. Examine the statement in the context of Iran’s internal instability. Assess its implications for India’s West Asia policy. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question …

Discuss India’s strategy for balancing its relations with the US and China. Evaluate how this balance contributes to maintaining regional stability.

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. Discuss India’s strategy for balancing its relations with the US and China. Evaluate how this balance contributes to maintaining regional stability. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question: India’s current foreign policy dilemma of managing relations with …

What are lethal autonomous weapon systems (LAWS) and how do they differ from remotely operated systems? Examine the strategic risks they pose to regional stability. Suggest measures India should adopt to mitigate their misuse.

Topic: Role of external state and non-state actors in creating challenges to internal security. Q6. What are lethal autonomous weapon systems (LAWS) and how do they differ from remotely operated systems? Examine the strategic risks they pose to regional stability. Suggest measures India should adopt to mitigate their misuse. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: …

“Cross-border disinformation is the new non-traditional threat in South Asia”. Examine its impact on inter-State relations. Suggest mechanisms to counter such digital aggression.

Topic: India and its neighbourhood- relations. Q4. “Cross-border disinformation is the new non-traditional threat in South Asia”. Examine its impact on inter-State relations. Suggest mechanisms to counter such digital aggression. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Governments must cease tolerating a disinformation ecosystem that festers unchecked. Censoring media and imprisoning journalists …

How do debt vulnerabilities and unsustainable borrowing among Indian Ocean nations pose challenges to regional stability? Assess India’s role in providing economic alternatives.

Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Q4. How do debt vulnerabilities and unsustainable borrowing among Indian Ocean nations pose challenges to regional stability? Assess India’s role in providing economic alternatives. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the Question Mr. Jaishankar addressed the inaugural session of …

Syria and Middle East Tension

Syllabus: International Relations Source:  IE  Context: The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria after an 11-day offensive by rebel groups has triggered a geopolitical reshuffle in the Middle East. Middle East Tensions and Syria’s Recent Fall: Syria’s Collapse Assad’s rule, characterized by authoritarianism, ended after sustained pressure from rebel forces led by Abu Mohammed …

India’s Neighbourhood Policy

Syllabus: International Relation Source:  IE  Context: India’s neighbourhood policy is under scrutiny as its relations with several neighbouring countries face challenges. With a history of deep cultural and historical ties, India’s approach to its neighbours must balance its growing global aspirations with regional sensitivities. India’s Neighbourhood Policy: Neighbourhood First Policy: Emphasizes prioritizing relations with immediate …

SANSAD TV: PERSPECTIVE- INDIA’S INDO-PACIFIC VISION

  Introduction: The Indo-Pacific region is a vast maritime zone where the interests of many players are engaged. India’s engagement with the Indo-Pacific goes back several centuries. India has been championing the Free and Open Indo-Pacific idea and initiating forums like the Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR) and the Indo-Pacific Oceans …