Mains · GS2 · International Relations
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
15 questions worth 180 marks, from 2018 to 2026.
2018
1 question2018 · Q910 marks150 words
"India's relations with Israel have, of late, acquired a depth and diversity, which cannot be rolled back." Discuss.
2019
2 questions2019 · Q910 marks150 words
'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.
2019 · Q2015 marks250 words
'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.
2020
2 questions2020 · Q1915 marks250 words
'Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD)' is the transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss.
2020 · Q2015 marks250 words
What is the significance of Indo-US defence deals over Indo-Russian defence deals? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
2021
3 questions2021 · Q910 marks150 words
"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.
2021 · Q1915 marks250 words
Critically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. What importance does it hold for India?
2021 · Q2015 marks250 words
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.
2022
2 questions2022 · Q1010 marks150 words
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 realized by forming this new organisation?
2022 · Q1915 marks250 words
How will I2U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India's position in global politics?
2023
1 question2023 · Q910 marks150 words
'Virus of Conflict is affecting the functioning of the SCO' In the light of the above statement point out the role of India in mitigating the problems.
2024
1 question2024 · Q1010 marks150 words
Critically analyse India's evolving diplomatic, economic and strategic relations with the Central Asian Republics (CARs) highlighting their increasing significance in regional and global geopolitics.
2025
1 question2025 · Q910 marks150 words
India-Africa digital partnership is achieving mutual respect, co-development and long-term institutional partnerships. Elaborate.
2026
2 questions2026 · Q910 marks150 words
“IPMDA (Indo-Pacific Partnership for Maritime Domain Awareness) bridges the gap between India's SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision and the Quad's collective Indo-Pacific strategy.” Make a critical assessment of the statement focusing on IPMDA.
2026 · Q1010 marks150 words
“BRICS acts as a powerful counterweight in global governance, actively amplifying the voice and influence of the Global South.” Explain the role of BRICS in projecting itself as an alternative to other groupings.