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Subject: International Relations

In respect of India-Sri Lanka relations, discuss how domestic factors influence foreign policy.

June 22, 2026
What is meant by Gujral doctrine? Does it have any relevance today? Discuss.

June 22, 2026
The proposed withdrawal of International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) from Afghanistan in 2014 is fraught with major security implications for the countries of the region. Examine in light of the fact that India is faced with a plethora of challenges and needs to safeguard its own strategic interests.

June 22, 2026
India has recently signed to become founding a New Development Bank (NDB) and also the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) .How will the role of the two Banks be different? Discuss the significance of these two Banks for India.

June 22, 2026
Some of the International funding agencies have special terms for economic participation stipulating a substantial component of the aid to be used for sourcing equipment from the leading countries. Discuss on merits of such terms and if, there exists a strong case not to accept such conditions in the Indian context.

June 22, 2026
WTO is an important international institution where decisions taken affect countries in profound manner. What is the mandate of WTO and how binding are their decisions? Critically analyse India’s stand on the latest round of talks on Food security.

June 22, 2026
With respect to the South China sea, maritime territorial disputes and rising tension affirm the need for safeguarding maritime security to ensure freedom of navigation and over flight throughout the region. In this context, discuss the bilateral issues between India and China.

June 22, 2026
The aim of Information Technology Agreements (ITAs) is to lower all taxes and tariffs on information technology products by signatories to zero. What impact should such agreements have on India’s interests?

June 22, 2026
Increasing interest of India in Africa has its pros and cons. Critically examine.

June 22, 2026
Discuss the impediments India is facing in its pursuit of a permanent seat in UN Security Council.

June 22, 2026