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“The partnership between India and Bhutan epitomizes the essence of India’s Neighbourhood First policy.” Discuss the key elements that underscore this partnership and how it can serve as a benchmark for regional diplomacy. “The partnership between India and Bhutan epitomizes the essence of India’s Neighbourhood First policy.” Discuss the key elements that underscore this partnership and how it can serve as a benchmark for regional diplomacy.

Why? Prime Minister Modi is on a two-day State visit to further cement India’s unique relations with Bhutan as part of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ Policy. Approach: Answer: The relations between India and Bhutan have been a beacon of enduring friendship and cooperation, tracing back to the signing of the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation in […]

“The partnership between India and Bhutan epitomizes the essence of India’s Neighbourhood First policy.” Discuss the key elements that underscore this partnership and how it can serve as a benchmark for regional diplomacy. “The partnership between India and Bhutan epitomizes the essence of India’s Neighbourhood First policy.” Discuss the key elements that underscore this partnership and how it can serve as a benchmark for regional diplomacy. Read More »

“Tuberculosis remains a significant public health challenge in India despite various control measures.” Discuss the factors contributing to this persistence and suggest measures needed to achieve India’s goal of eliminating TB by 2025.

Why? Prime Minister Modi is on a two-day State visit to further cement India’s unique relations with Bhutan as part of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ Policy. Approach: Answer: The relations between India and Bhutan have been a beacon of enduring friendship and cooperation, tracing back to the signing of the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation in

“Tuberculosis remains a significant public health challenge in India despite various control measures.” Discuss the factors contributing to this persistence and suggest measures needed to achieve India’s goal of eliminating TB by 2025. Read More »

What is black carbon, and why is it imperative to curb its emissions? Evaluate the effectiveness of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) in reducing black carbon emissions and improving air quality.

Why? Prioritizing black carbon reduction with initiatives like the PMUY scheme addresses regional health concerns, ensures affordable clean energy for all (SDG 7), and contributes to global climate mitigation. Approach: Introduce your answer by defining what is black carbon and mention its significant emissions in India. In the main body, address the need for curbing

What is black carbon, and why is it imperative to curb its emissions? Evaluate the effectiveness of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) in reducing black carbon emissions and improving air quality. Read More »

“Tuberculosis remains a significant public health challenge in India despite various control measures.” Discuss the factors contributing to this persistence and suggest measures needed to achieve India’s goal of eliminating TB by 2025.

Why? The World TB Day 2024 theme, ‘Yes! We can end TB!’, highlights the possibility of eradicating TB using current resources and political commitment. However, the disease’s persistence, including drug-resistant forms, illustrates the challenge as akin to sand slipping through fingers. Approach: Introduce your answer by presenting TB’s impact in India and how it remains

“Tuberculosis remains a significant public health challenge in India despite various control measures.” Discuss the factors contributing to this persistence and suggest measures needed to achieve India’s goal of eliminating TB by 2025. Read More »

“The partnership between India and Bhutan epitomizes the essence of India’s Neighbourhood First policy.” Discuss the key elements that underscore this partnership and how it can serve as a benchmark for regional diplomacy. “The partnership between India and Bhutan epitomizes the essence of India’s Neighbourhood First policy.” Discuss the key elements that underscore this partnership and how it can serve as a benchmark for regional diplomacy.

Why? Prime Minister Modi is on a two-day State visit to further cement India’s unique relations with Bhutan as part of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ Policy. Approach: Introduce your answer by outlining the historical foundation and evolution of India-Bhutan relations is a reflection of India’s Neighbourhood First policy. In main body, discuss the key elements of

“The partnership between India and Bhutan epitomizes the essence of India’s Neighbourhood First policy.” Discuss the key elements that underscore this partnership and how it can serve as a benchmark for regional diplomacy. “The partnership between India and Bhutan epitomizes the essence of India’s Neighbourhood First policy.” Discuss the key elements that underscore this partnership and how it can serve as a benchmark for regional diplomacy. Read More »

“The independence of the judiciary is intrinsically linked to its integrity.” In this context discuss the concerns associated with post-retirement engagements of judges and propose necessary reforms to uphold judicial independence.

Why? Former Judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay officially joined politics within 48 hours of demitting office. Approach:   Introduce your answer by highlighting the crucial link between judicial independence and integrity, referencing Judge Gangopadhyay’s case as a catalyst for debate. In Main body, discuss concerns like perceived bias, erosion of independence, and public trust due to post-retirement

“The independence of the judiciary is intrinsically linked to its integrity.” In this context discuss the concerns associated with post-retirement engagements of judges and propose necessary reforms to uphold judicial independence. Read More »

“Increasing trend of Westernization under the guise of modernization is undermining the core of Indian culture and traditions.” In this light, distinguish between modernization and Westernization, and explain why prioritizing modernization over Westernization is vital for India’s developmental journey.

Why? Union Minister Nitin Gadkari at the 17th Ram Nath Goenka Awards ceremony emphasized the need for modernization without westernization. Approach: Introduce your answer by highlighting the ongoing trend of Westernization alongside modernization in India, highlighting its impact on cultural traditions. In the main body, present a comparative analysis of modernization and Westernization in a

“Increasing trend of Westernization under the guise of modernization is undermining the core of Indian culture and traditions.” In this light, distinguish between modernization and Westernization, and explain why prioritizing modernization over Westernization is vital for India’s developmental journey. Read More »

Considering the rapid expansion of China’s nuclear arsenal, assess the implications for India’s national security. In this context, discuss how MIRV capabilities enhance India’s nuclear deterrence.

Why: The Agni-5 ballistic missile test dubbed the “Divyastra”, was conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Approach: In introduction highlight China’s nuclear expansion and its implications for global and regional dynamics, emphasizing the strategic challenge it poses to India. In the main body, address implications for India’s National Security like strategic imbalance,

Considering the rapid expansion of China’s nuclear arsenal, assess the implications for India’s national security. In this context, discuss how MIRV capabilities enhance India’s nuclear deterrence. Read More »

Considering the rapid expansion of China’s nuclear arsenal, assess the implications for India’s national security. In this context, discuss how MIRV capabilities enhance India’s nuclear deterrence.

Why: The Agni-5 ballistic missile test dubbed the “Divyastra”, was conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Approach: In introduction highlight China’s nuclear expansion and its implications for global and regional dynamics, emphasizing the strategic challenge it poses to India. In the main body, address implications for India’s National Security like strategic imbalance,

Considering the rapid expansion of China’s nuclear arsenal, assess the implications for India’s national security. In this context, discuss how MIRV capabilities enhance India’s nuclear deterrence. Read More »

Assess the potential impact of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) on the diversification of India’s trade portfolio and its implications for long-term economic development.

Why? The India-EFTA TEPA marks a strategic shift in India’s FTAs towards deeper economic ties with key European nations, highlighting its first significant trade engagement with the Western world. Approach: Introduce by highlighting the significance of India-EFTA TEPA as a strategic move in India’s foreign trade policy to deepen economic ties and promote trade liberalization.

Assess the potential impact of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) on the diversification of India’s trade portfolio and its implications for long-term economic development. Read More »

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