Even as India experienced one of the world’s sharpest economic contractions, it also saw the fastest growth in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows among all the major economies last year. In light of this, examine the factors that are making India an essential part of their growth story? 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/doubling-down-on-a-resilient-india/article34125767.ece In the intro, mention the figures about FDI inflows in India this year. In the body, mention four factors-demographics, geopolitics, digital connectivity, resilience. Conclude by mentioning the need for India to deal with the issue of policy changes and entry barriers to foreign investors.