UPSC Mains POLITICAL-SCIENCE-INTERANATIONAL-RELATIONS-PAPER-II 2019
28 Questions • 400 Marks • With Detailed Model Answers
1
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Discuss the utility of Nuclear Deterrence Theory in the context of the recent standoff between India and Pakistan.
International RelationsSecurity
2
10 Marks150 Wordseasy
Write a brief note on the 17th NAM Summit in Venezuela.
International RelationsInternational Organizations
3
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
In what way does the predominance of the USA in the UN funding affect its decision-making?
International RelationsInternational Organizations
4
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Evaluate the role of BIMSTEC in multi-sectoral technical and economic cooperation.
International RelationsRegional Groupings
5
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Do you think that sustainable development goals are really attainable by 2030?
International RelationsDevelopment
6
20 Marksmedium
Examine the significance of the comparative method in political analysis. Discuss its limitations.
Political TheoryPolitical Science
7
15 Marksmedium
Explain the reasons for low voter turnout in democratic countries with suitable examples.
Political ScienceGovernance
8
15 Marksmedium
Evaluate the role of the International Court of Justice in inter-State disputes.
International RelationsInternational Law
9
20 Marksmedium
Explain the relevance of the Marxist approach in the context of globalization.
Political TheoryInternational Relations
10
15 Markseasy
Identify the benefits of a multi-polar world.
International RelationsGeopolitics
11
15 Marksmedium
Discuss the importance of personal data protection in the context of human rights.
GovernanceInternational Relations
12
20 Marksmedium
How are the rising powers challenging the USA and Western dominance in the IMF and the World Bank?
International RelationsEconomy
13
15 Marksmedium
Write an essay on 'New Social Movements' in developing countries.
Political ScienceSociology
14
15 Marksmedium
Is democracy promotion in developing countries a feasible idea?
Political ScienceInternational Relations
15
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Examine the role of 'parliamentary diplomacy' in India's foreign policy.
Political ScienceInternational Relations
16
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
Compare and contrast Non-alignment 1.0 with Non-alignment 2.0.
International RelationsHistory
17
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
How is India pursuing her foreign policy objectives through the IBSA Dialogue Forum (India, Brazil and South Africa)?
International RelationsRegional Groupings
18
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
How is India responding to the idea of Indo-Pacific?
International RelationsGeopolitics
19
10 Marks150 Wordsmedium
"The growing closeness between India and Israel will strengthen the cause of Palestine." Comment.
International RelationsMiddle East
20
20 Marksmedium
Describe briefly China's 'One Belt One Road (OBOR)' Initiative and analyze India's major concerns.
International RelationsEconomy
21
15 Marksmedium
What are the current issues in Brahmaputra River water sharing between India and China?
EnvironmentInternational Relations
22
15 Marksmedium
Analyze the recent trends in India's role in the UN peacekeeping operations.
International RelationsSecurity
23
20 Marksmedium
Examine the increasing significance of maritime security in India's foreign policy.
International RelationsSecurity
24
15 Markseasy
Write a brief note on India's interests in West Asia.
International RelationsMiddle East
25
15 Marksmedium
How is the current standoff between the USA and Iran affecting India's energy security?
International RelationsEconomy
26
20 Marksmedium
Evaluate India's vision of a new world order.
International RelationsGovernance
27
15 Marksmedium
Critically examine India's position on South China Sea Dispute.
International RelationsGeopolitics
28
15 Markshard
Given the recent developments in the region, do you think that there is a need to change India's 'No First Use (NFU)' nuclear policy?
SecurityInternational Relations