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Mains 2013
1. The proposed withdrawal of International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) from

Afghanistan in 2014 is fraught with major security implications for the countries of
the region. Examine in light of the fact that India is faced with a plethora of
challenges and needs to safeguard its own strategic interests.
2. What do you understand by ‘The String of Pearls’? How does it impact India?
Briefly outline the steps taken by India to counter this.
3. Economic ties between India and Japan while growing in the recent years are still
far below their potential. Elucidate the policy constraints which are inhibiting this
growth.
4. Discuss the political developments in Maldives in the last two years. Should they
be of any cause of concern to India?
5. In respect of India — Sri Lanka relations, discuss how domestic factors influence
foreign policy.
6. What is meant by Gujral doctrine? Does it have any relevance today? Discuss.
Mains 2014
1. With respect to the South China sea, maritime territorial disputes and rising tension
affaire the need for safeguarding maritime security to ensure freedom of navigation
and ever flight throughout the region. In this context, discuss the bilateral issues
between India and China.
2. India has recently signed to become founding member of New Development Bank
(NDB) and also the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). How will the role of
the two Banks be different? Discuss the strategic significance of these two Banks for
India.
3. WTO is an important international institution where decisions taken affect countries
in a profound manner. What is the mandate of WTO and how binding are their
decisions? Critically analyse India’s stand on the latest round of talks on Food security.
Mains 2015
1. Increasing interest of India in Africa has its pro and cons. Critically Examine.
2. Discuss the impediments India is facing in its pursuit of a permanent seat in
UNSC.
3. Project ‘Mausam’ is considered a unique foreign policy initiative of Indian
government to improve relationship wit its neighbours. Does the project have a
strategic dimension? Discuss
4. Terrorist activities and mutual distrust have clouded India – Pakistan relations.
To what extent the use of soft power like sports and cultural exchange could
help generate goodwill between the two countries. Discuss with suitable
examples.
Mains 2016
1. Evaluate the economic and strategic dimensions of India’s Look East Policy in the
context of the post Cold War international scenario.
2. “Increasing cross-border terrorist attacks in India and growing interference in the
internal affairs of member-states by Pakistan are not conducive for the future of
SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation).” Explain with suitable
examples.
Mains 2017
1. What are the main functions of the United Nations Economic and Social Council
(ECOSOC)? Explain different functional commissions attached to it. (150 words)
2. ‘China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to
develop potential military power status in Asia’, In the light of this statement,
discuss its impact on India as her neighbour.
3. 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 (250 words)
4. The question of India’s Energy Security constitutes the most important part of
India’s economic progress. Analyze India’s energy policy cooperation with West
Asian Countries. (250 words)
Mains 2018
1. “India’s relations with Israel have, of late, acquired a depth and diversity, which
cannot be rolled back.” Discuss. (10 )
2. A number of outside powers have entrenched themselves in Central Asia, which
is a zone of interest to India. Discuss the implications, in this context, of India’s
joining the Ashgabat Agreement, 2018. (10)
3. Indian and USA are two large democracies. Examine the basic tenets on which
the two political systems are based.
4. 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? (15)
5. In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the
national interest of India? How should India respond to its situation? (15)
Mains 2019
1. ‘The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary
relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a
great significance for Asia and the world as a whole.’ Comment.(10)
2. ‘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’.(10)
3. “The long-sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and
marginalised Nations has disappeared on account of its new found role in the
emerging global order” Elaborate(15)
4. “What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States is
that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy,
which would satisfy India’s National self- esteem and ambitions” Explain with
suitable examples.(15)
Mains 2020
1. Critically examine the role of WHO in providing global health security during the
COVID-19 pandemic. (Answer in 150 words)
2. ‘Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of
America and European Countries’. Comment with examples. (Answer in 150
words)
3. ‘Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD)’ is the transforming itself into a trade
bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss. (Answer in 250 words)
4. What is the significance of Indo-US defence deals over Indo-Russian defence
deals? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (Answer in
250 words)
Mains 2021
1 “If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of
Africa’s.” In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years.
(Answer in 150 words) 10
2 “The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more
challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain (Answer in 150 words) 10
3 Critically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. what importance does it hold for
India. (Answer in 250 words) 15
4 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. (Answer in 250 words) 15
Mains 2022
1 ‘India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka’. Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in
light of the preceding statement. (Answer in 150 words)
2 Do you think that BIMSTEC is a parallel organisation like the SAARC? What are the
similarities and dissimilarities between the two? How are Indian Foreign Policy objectives
realised by forming this new organisation? (Answer in 250 words)
3 How will I2U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India’s position in global
politics? (Answer in 250 words)
Mains 2023
1. Indian diaspora has scaled new heights in the West. Describe its economic and
political benefits for India
2. ‘The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic
partnership works well in India.’ What is your opinion about this statement?
Give reasons and examples to support your answer. 15
3. ‘Sea is an important Component of the Cosmos’. Discuss in the light of the above
statement the role of the IMO (International Maritime Organisation) in
protecting environment and enhancing maritime safety and security.

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