UPSC PSIR Optional Paper 2 2023 PYQ

Section a · Q1(a) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

What are the crucial functions of empirical political theory in Comparative Politics?

Comparative Politics

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Section b · Q1(b) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

What are the difficulties faced by a political theorist in comparing the States?

Comparative Politics

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Section c · Q1(c) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

How does democratic politics construct citizenship?

Comparative Politics

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Section d · Q1(d) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

What is the structure and functions of International Court of Justice?

Contemporary Global Concerns

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Section e · Q1(e) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

Discuss the structure and functions of UN Security Council.

India and the UN System

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Section a · Q2(a) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 20 marks · Solution

Discuss the relevance of the normative ethos of the Non-Aligned Movement in magnifying India's soft power in pursuit of her national interest

Key concepts in International Relations

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Section b · Q2(b) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

In what ways does the functionalist approach in International relations help in maintaining peace and order in global politics?

Approaches to the Study of International Relations

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Section c · Q2(c) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

How does the regime change and political crisis in Myanmar threaten regional security and peace?

India and the UN System

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Section a · Q3(a) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 20 marks · Solution

"During the Cold War, the Non-Aligned Movement tried to become a Third force in World Politics, but failed because it was too large and unwieldy." Discuss

Changing International Political Order

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Section b · Q3(b) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

Account for the rise of European Union as a highly influential regional organisation

Changing International Political Order

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Section c · Q3(c) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

Narrate the various ways in which rapid environmental degradation is posing a serious threat to human security. Illustrate your answer with suitable examples

Comparative Politics

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Section a · Q4(a) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 20 marks · Solution

Critically examine the impact of Globalisation on the developing countries of the world

Globalisation

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Section b · Q4(b) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

What do you mean by offensive and defensive realism?

Comparative Politics

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Section c · Q4(c) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

Discuss the various constraints on American hegemony today. Which of these are likely to become more prominent in the future?

Changing International Political Order

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Section a · Q5(a) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

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

Recent developments in Indian Foreign policy

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Section b · Q5(b) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

What are the reasons for lack of 'regionness' in South Asia?

India and South Asia

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Section c · Q5(c) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

Why is the compromise reached at WTO regarding the Covid-19 vaccine manufacturing not a Trade Related Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) waiver?

Comparative Politics

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Section d · Q5(d) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

Why do ethnic conflicts and insurgencies continue to remain major impediments to regional co-operation in South Asia?

India and South Asia

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Section e · Q5(e) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 10 marks · Solution

What diplomatic steps has India taken to articulate the interests of the Global South in International Politics?

Contemporary Global Concerns

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Section a · Q6(a) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 20 marks · Solution

Arms trade, economic ties and congruent geo-political interests are no longer the three pillars of India - Russia relationship in the emerging strategic context. Comment

Changing International Political Order

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Section b · Q6(b) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

Discuss the importance of India's role in UN peacekeeping operations as a ground for its claim to a permanent seat in the UN Security Council

India and the UN System

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Section c · Q6(c) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) performs an important role in India's strategic balancing act to withstand the dominance of China in Asia. Discuss

India’s Contribution to the Non-Alignment Movement

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Section a · Q7(a) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 20 marks · Solution

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

Recent developments in Indian Foreign policy

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Section b · Q7(b) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 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?

Recent developments in Indian Foreign policy

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Section c · Q7(c) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

What are the challenges and limitations in India - Iran relations?

Comparative Politics

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Section a · Q8(a) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 20 marks · Solution

What are the external determinants of the Foreign Policy of a State?

Indian Foreign Policy

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Section b · Q8(b) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

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

Recent developments in Indian Foreign policy

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Section c · Q8(c) · UPSC 2023 · PSIR GS 2 · 15 marks · Solution

Discuss the major drivers of India's interests in Africa

Comparative Politics

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