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04Mar 2025

Europe’s Dilemma: Securing Ukraine Amid U.S. Policy Shifts

Syllabus: GS-2: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests , Regional Groupings Focus: The recent diplomatic clash between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former U.S. President Donald Trump highlights a shift in U.S. foreign policy. As Trump signals disengagement from Ukraine, European nations face increasing pressure to secure Ukraine’s future while reassessing their …

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20Feb 2025

Trump’s Policies Reshape Global Order, Challenge Western Unity

Syllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Focus: Former US President Donald Trump’s foreign policy stance, including his push for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, criticism of European allies, and nationalist economic policies, has …

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19Feb 2025

Soft Power & Elections: UPSC Relevance Explained

Examine the challenges posed by external influence on national electoral processes. How can India safeguard its democratic integrity in an era of global interconnectedness? (250 words) Model Answer: External influence on national electoral processes presents several challenges, particularly in an era of globalization where information, funding, and narratives transcend borders. Some of the major challenges …

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19Feb 2025

American Influence & Voter Turnout: UPSC Perspective

Discuss the role of soft power in international relations with reference to the influence of foreign funding on democratic processes in developing countries. (250 words) Model Answer: Soft power, a concept introduced by Joseph Nye, refers to the ability of a country to influence others through cultural appeal, political values, and diplomatic engagement rather than …

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12Feb 2025

U.S. Aid Freeze: Global Implications and Fallout

Syllabus: GS-2: Global Groupings Focus: The U.S. administration has halted foreign aid and scaled back personnel at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), placing a 90-day pause on assistance programs. This move raises concerns about its impact on global development projects, humanitarian aid, and economic stability in several countries, particularly in the Global South. …

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11Feb 2025

Gaza And Trump’s ‘Expanding the Canvas’ Strategy

Relevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the News? Geopolitical Shift in West Asia: The region is undergoing a strategic reconfiguration, with Saudi Arabia playing a key role in shaping its future. On February 4, 2025, Trump proposed a dramatic resolution to the …

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22Jan 2025

US Withdraws from WHO, Funding and Health at Risk

Why in the news? President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the US from the WHO, citing mismanagement of COVID-19, political influences, and unfair contributions, causing significant funding gaps and disrupting global health initiatives, including in India. Why the US Withdrew from WHO? President Donald Trump signed an executive order to withdraw the US …

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11Dec 2024

If Trump-Led US Break the Russia-China Alliance, Who Will Fall First?

Relevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the News? Presidents Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping prioritizing bilateral relations with the US over forming a unified front against Washington. Emergence of the “alliance without limits” between Moscow and Beijing announced in February 2022. Alliance …

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10Dec 2024

Trump’s 2024 Victory: Global Shifts and Implications

Syllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests. Focus: Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election is dominating global discussions due to his potential impact on foreign policy, especially regarding China, …

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