Mains Practice Questions

Approach

• Write a brief introduction about the New Delhi Leaders Declaration.
• Mention the actions and plans of G-20 promoting equality and inclusion.
• Write a conclusion.

Introduction

The New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration, adopted at the G-20 summit is a document that reflects the vision and commitment of the G-20 members to address the global challenges of the 21st century, under the theme of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ or ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’. The declaration covers various aspects of economic, social, environmental, and institutional development, and emphasizes the need for cooperation, coordination, and multilateralism among the G-20 and other stakeholders.

Body

Some of the aspects of the declaration that demonstrate equality and inclusion are:

• Equality
  • Gender equality: The declaration recognizes the importance of empowering women and girls, and ensuring their full and equal participation in all spheres of life. The declaration also endorses the G-20 Action Plan on Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment, which aims to close the gender gaps in labor force participation, education, health, digital access, and leadership.
  • Social equality: The declaration reaffirms the G-20’s pledge to achieve the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), based on the principle of ‘leaving no one behind’.
    • The declaration also supports the G-20 Roadmap for Stronger Recovery and Resilience in Developing Countries, Least Developed Countries, and Small Island Developing States, which seeks to address the specific challenges and vulnerabilities of these countries.
  • Economic equality: The declaration acknowledges the uneven and unequal impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the climate change crisis on the global economy, and calls for a more inclusive and resilient recovery that benefits all people and countries.
    • The declaration also supports the G-20 Common Framework for Debt Treatments beyond the Debt Service Suspension Initiative.
• Inclusion
  • Stakeholder inclusion: The declaration acknowledges the valuable contributions and inputs of various stakeholders, such as civil society, business, labor, youth, women, think tanks, and academia, in the G-20 process and outcomes.
    • The declaration also welcomes the engagement and dialogue of the G-20 with non-G-20 countries and regions, especially Africa, as well as with international and regional organizations, such as the United Nations, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, the World Trade Organization, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
  • Cultural inclusion: The declaration endorses the G-20 Principles for Cultural Cooperation and Development, which aim to foster cultural exchange, dialogue, and cooperation, and to protect and promote cultural diversity and rights.
  • Technological inclusion: The declaration recognizes the potential and challenges of the digital transformation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and commits to harnessing the benefits of technology for all people and sectors.
    • The declaration also supports the G-20 Digital Public Infrastructure Initiative, which aims to provide universal and affordable access to digital services and platforms and to enhance digital literacy, skills, and inclusion.

Conclusion

The New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration from the G-20 summit underscores the global commitment to addressing contemporary challenges under the guiding principle of unity and cooperation. The declaration sets a foundation for a more equitable and resilient global community through its focus on equality and inclusion across various spheres. Emphasizing stakeholder engagement and cultural and technological inclusivity paves the way for collaborative efforts toward sustainable development and shared prosperity.