Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/india-should-believe-in-the-eu/article32094669.ece In the intro, set the tone of answer by mention China’s rise and its tendency to challenge the international laws. In the body, mention commonalities between the two, like-enhancing strategic autonomy, global standing, interest in diversifying value chains and action on climate change, also mention the significance of relationship in economic terms … Continue reading India-EU ties with many common interests assume significance as rule-based order is being challenged by the rise of exceptionalism. Comment. 10 marks