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Mains•UPSC Civil Services Examination

International Relations

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2026Multilateralism
Question 1

Assess the importance of technology partnerships in contemporary diplomacy.

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2026Regional Security
Question 2

How should India respond to growing geopolitical competition in its wider region?

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2024Neighbourhood Policy
Question 3

Discuss India's approach to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief abroad.

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2024Multilateralism
Question 4

How can diplomacy help manage cross-border water issues?

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2023Neighbourhood Policy
Question 5

Discuss the strategic importance of India's neighbourhood for its foreign policy.

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2023Regional Security
Question 6

Discuss the significance of maritime security in the Indian Ocean region.

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2023Regional Security
Question 7

Examine the relationship between trade agreements and domestic policy priorities.

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2022Neighbourhood Policy
Question 8

Evaluate the challenges facing regional cooperation in South Asia.

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2022International Trade
Question 9

How can India strengthen development partnerships with countries in the Global South?

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2022Neighbourhood Policy
Question 10

How do energy security concerns shape India's external relations?

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2022International Trade
Question 11

Discuss the opportunities and constraints in India-EU relations.

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2021International Trade
Question 12

Examine the role of multilateral institutions in addressing global challenges.

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2021Indian Diaspora
Question 13

Discuss the opportunities and risks in India's economic engagement with the Indo-Pacific.

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2021Regional Security
Question 14

How does the Indian diaspora contribute to India's international relationships?

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2021Multilateralism
Question 15

Discuss the implications of global supply-chain shifts for India's trade policy.

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2021Indian Diaspora
Question 16

How can India contribute to reforming global governance institutions?

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2021Indian Diaspora
Question 17

Discuss the role of international law in managing disputes between states.

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2020Multilateralism
Question 18

How can India balance strategic autonomy with deeper partnerships?

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2020Indian Diaspora
Question 19

Examine the role of climate diplomacy in India's foreign policy.

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2020International Trade
Question 20

Assess the importance of defence partnerships for India's strategic interests.

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