Mentor’s comment- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/recalibrating-relations-with-eu/article33974083.ece In the intro, mention the democratic thread running between the two. In the body, mention growing assertiveness of China in the region which necessitates India to look for partners, India also stands to benefit from big market size of the block, cooperation on climate change, security, technology, trade and investment etc. Conclude by mentioning … Continue reading India needs to realise that in today’s fragmented world the power of any aspiring global player depends on the number and quality of its bi- and multilateral relationships. In light of this, examine the potential of India’s partnership with the European Union. 10 marks