Recent developments in Indian Foreign policy PYQ | UPSC PSIR GS 2

2026

Section b · 1. · Paper Q5(b) · 2026 · 10 marks · Solution

What strategic options can India exercise as a response to the tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan?

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Section b · 2. · Paper Q8(b) · 2026 · 15 marks · Solution

India has recognised that West Asia is not a single contest, but a tangle of rivalries, bargains and anxieties. Comment

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2025

Section a · 3. · Paper Q5(a) · 2025 · 10 marks · Solution

China's growing footprint and a tangible shift in power dynamics in Bangladesh has weakened India's leverage in Dhaka. Comment.

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Section c · 4. · Paper Q5(c) · 2025 · 10 marks · Solution

For India, a multipolar world order would also mean a multipolar Asia. Comment.

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2024

Section e · 5. · Paper Q5(e) · 2024 · 10 marks · Solution

Despite deep ties, India's relations with Sri Lanka have seen strains due to China's growing influence in Sri Lanka through investments and economic dominance. Analyse.

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Section a · 6. · Paper Q6(a) · 2024 · 20 marks · Solution

Would you concur with the view that of late, India's foreign policy has been in a transition mode from Nehruvianism to Neoliberalism? Support your answer with the help of suitable examples.

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2023

Section a · 7. · Paper Q5(a) · 2023 · 10 marks · Solution

Explain the major features of India's Foreign Policy in the 21st century.

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Section a · 8. · Paper Q7(a) · 2023 · 20 marks · Solution

"India's Nuclear policy is deeply influenced by its cultural beliefs and the pragmatic approach of its foreign policy." Discuss

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Section b · 9. · Paper Q7(b) · 2023 · 15 marks · Solution

What steps has India taken to regain its foothold in Afghanistan since the Taliban has taken over the country in August 2021?

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Section b · 10. · Paper Q8(b) · 2023 · 15 marks · Solution

Discuss the significance of "West Asia Quad" in the light of India's 'Look West' policy

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2022

Section a · 11. · Paper Q5(a) · 2022 · 10 marks · Solution

Peaceful co-existence remains the cornerstone of India's foreign policy. Comment.

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Section b · 12. · Paper Q6(b) · 2022 · 15 marks · Solution

Critically examine the major factors responsible for a turnaround in the trajectory of India's foreign policy in the post-cold war period

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Section a · 13. · Paper Q8(a) · 2022 · 20 marks · Solution

How does India-Israel bilateral ties reflect the autonomy of India's foreign policy choices?

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Section c · 14. · Paper Q8(c) · 2022 · 15 marks · Solution

Discuss India's vision of a New World order in the 21st century

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2021

Section e · 15. · Paper Q1(e) · 2021 · 10 marks · Solution

Discuss the five proposals made by India in the recent COP-26 conference held in Glasgow.

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Section b · 16. · Paper Q5(b) · 2021 · 10 marks · Solution

Explain the philosophical foundations of India's foreign policy.

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Section c · 17. · Paper Q5(c) · 2021 · 10 marks · Solution

Explain India's position on the waiver of intellectual property rights on COVID-19 vaccines in WTO.

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Section e · 18. · Paper Q5(e) · 2021 · 10 marks · Solution

How does the recent takeover of Afghanistan by Taliban impact India's strategic interests?

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