‘Too little cash, too much politics, leaves UNESCO fighting for life.’ Discuss the statement in the light of US’ withdrawal and its accusation of the cultural body as being ‘anti-Israel bias’.

Points to Remember: UNESCO’s funding challenges. Political influence on UNESCO’s operations. US withdrawal from UNESCO and its rationale. Accusations of anti-Israel bias within UNESCO. The impact of these factors on UNESCO’s effectiveness. Potential solutions and reforms for UNESCO. Introduction: The statement “Too little cash, too much politics, leaves UNESCO fighting for life” accurately reflects the … Read more

What are the key areas of reform if the WTO has to survive in the present context of ‘Trade War’,especially keeping in mind the interest of India?

Points to Remember: WTO’s relevance amidst trade wars. Specific reform areas needed. India’s interests within WTO reforms. Introduction: Join Our Telegram Channel The World Trade Organization (WTO), established in 1995, aims to regulate international trade and ensure a fair and predictable trading system. However, the rise of protectionist policies and “trade wars,” particularly between the … Read more

Critically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. What importance does it hold for India?

Points to Remember: Join Our Telegram Channel Aims and objectives of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) India’s membership and its strategic importance Benefits and challenges of India’s engagement with SCO SCO’s role in regional security and economic cooperation Introduction: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), established in 2001, is a Eurasian political, economic, and security alliance. … Read more

Do you think that BIMSTEC is a parallel organization like the SAARC? What are the similarities and dissimilarities between the two? How are Indian foreign policy objectives realized by forming this new organisation?

Points to Remember: BIMSTEC’s formation and objectives. Comparison of BIMSTEC and SAARC: Similarities and differences in membership, focus, and effectiveness. India’s foreign policy goals and how BIMSTEC contributes to their achievement. Introduction: Join Our Telegram Channel The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) and the South Asian Association for Regional … Read more

Discuss the political developments in Maldives in the last two years. Should they be of any cause of concern to India?

Points to Remember: Recent political shifts in the Maldives. India’s strategic interests in the Maldives. Potential threats and opportunities for India. The nature of the India-Maldives relationship. Policy recommendations for India. Introduction: The Maldives, an archipelago nation in the Indian Ocean, has witnessed significant political developments in the last two years. These developments, characterized by … Read more

Indian Diaspora has an important role to play in South-East Asian countries’ economy and society. Appraise the role of Indian Diaspora in South-East Asia in this context.

Points to Remember: Significant economic contributions of the Indian diaspora in Southeast Asia. Cultural influence and preservation of Indian traditions. Challenges faced by the diaspora, including discrimination and integration issues. The role of diaspora engagement in strengthening India-Southeast Asia relations. Potential for future collaboration and development. Introduction: The Indian diaspora constitutes a substantial and influential … Read more

“The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain.

Points to Remember: The rise of China as a global power. Comparison of China’s challenge with that of the Soviet Union. Economic, military, technological, and ideological dimensions of the challenge. Potential consequences for the USA. Strategies for addressing the challenge. Introduction: The statement “The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a … Read more

The newly tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China’s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discuss the strength and impact of AUKUS in the present scenario.

Points to Remember: Join Our Telegram Channel AUKUS’s primary goal: Countering China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific. AUKUS’s composition: Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Existing partnerships in the Indo-Pacific: Quad, ASEAN, etc. Assessing AUKUS’s strengths and weaknesses. Evaluating AUKUS’s impact on regional dynamics. Considering the potential for AUKUS to supersede or complement existing … Read more

In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to its situation?

Points to Remember: India’s energy security India’s relations with the US and Iran Regional stability in the Middle East India’s non-proliferation stance Economic implications for India Introduction: The ongoing US-Iran nuclear pact controversy, specifically the withdrawal of the US from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) in 2018 and subsequent reimposition of sanctions on … Read more

‘Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European Countries’. Comment with examples.

Points to Remember: The significant influence of the Indian diaspora on the political and economic landscapes of the US and Europe. Examples of Indian-Americans and Indian-Europeans holding prominent positions in government and business. The economic contributions of the Indian diaspora through entrepreneurship, remittances, and skilled labor. Challenges faced by the diaspora, including issues of representation … Read more