Mains Practice Questions

Q. Discuss the significance of India's relations with Gulf countries in the context of its foreign policy objectives, regional stability, and economic interests. Highlight the strategies adopted by India to strengthen its engagement with the Gulf region. (250 words)

Q. What are the key milestones in the 75-year diplomatic relationship between India and Thailand. Discuss how can both nations leverage this relationship to enhance their strategic partnership in the future. (250 Words)

Q. Illustrate the role of Indian cinema and its contribution to India's soft power. Discuss its relevance in the context of India's cultural diversity and global aspirations. (250 words)

Q. With the rise of China as a global power, how do you see the future of the international system evolving? (250 words)

Q. Assess the effectiveness of economic sanctions as a tool for achieving foreign policy  objectives.  (250 words)

Q. Evaluate India’s foreign policy towards its neighbors and how it has evolved over time. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the role of non-state actors such as transnational corporations and international non-governmental organizations in shaping international relations. (250 words)

Q. Evaluate the role of regional organizations such as the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in shaping India's foreign policy. (250 words)

Q. Analyze the rise of China as a global power and its implications for the international system. (250 words)

Q. Discuss the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz for global energy security and international trade. (150 words)

Q. Despite the goodwill that exists between India and Israel, consider the significant contribution that India made to the cause of Palestine. Elucidate (250 words)

Q. Discuss the significance of strait of Malacca in international trade. (150 words)

Q. There are several geopolitical challenges that obstruct India-ASEAN relations. Discuss (150 words)

Q. The Gulf region has economic, strategic and cultural significance for India. Discuss (150 words)

Q. With the Global task of G-20 presidency turns towards India’s table, discuss India's role as leader of global south. (150 words)

Q. Highlight the Indo-US relations in the changing geopolitical scenario. Discuss the nuances between the relation of two countries. (250 words)

Q. How does India see its place in the economic space of rising natural resource rich Africa? Discuss. (250 words)

Q How India can harness the potential of Science and Tech-driven Diplomacy? (150 words)

Q. QUAD is the new reality of the modern world, and it comes with both Pros and cons for India. (150 Words)

Q. It is almost a year of Taliban rule in Afghanistan. Discuss the current scenario in Afghanistan under the Taliban regime and the significance of Afghanistan for India. (250 Words)

Q. The relationship between India and Bangladesh has improved significantly as a result of India's assistance in the liberation war in Bangladesh, but it is not without its challenges. Discuss.

Q. “The world today witnesses increasing factors of instability, uncertainty and insecurity. It is of great significance for the BRICS nations to reach consensus on multiple important issues concerning global security and development”. Discuss the possible areas where the nations can collaborate.

Q. Critically examine the aims and objectives of SCO. What importance does it hold for India? (250 Words)

Q. The new 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.

Q. “With its immense strategic relevance as an Indian security concern, a stable, secure and friendly Nepal is one requisite which India can’t afford to overlook”. Discuss. (150 words)

Q. India’s two-year tenure at the UNSC starting in 2021 offers huge possibilities for enhancing India’s multilateral standing and reshaping its traditional approach.” Comment. (250 Words)

Q. BRICS has succeeded up to a point but it now confronts multiple challenges. In this context, discuss the steps to be taken in order to maintain the sustainability of the group. (250 words)

Q. 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. (250 words)

Q. The new global order poses a challenge for India to make its presence felt like an emerging power in the present global order. Discuss. (250 Words)

Q. Outer space is emerging as a potential fourth arm of any country’s defence setup. Discuss the issues associated with outer space geopolitics and also suggest a way forward. (250 Words)