Civil Services Prep

Evaluate the economic and strategic dimensions of India’s Look East Policy in the context of the post-Cold War international scenario.

Model answer

  1. The broader aims and objectives of WTO are to manage and promote international trade in the era of globalization. But the Doha round of negotiations seems doomed due to differences between the developed and the developing countries.” Discuss from the Indian perspective. 12.5 marks
  2. Increasing cross-border terrorist attacks in India and growing interference in the internal affairs of member-states by Pakistan are not conducive for the future of SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation).” Explain with suitable examples 12.5 marks
  3. In the Indian governance system, the role of non-state actors has been only marginal.” Critically examine this statement. 12.5 marks
  4. What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the basic features of the Constitution? 12.5 marks
  5. What are the aims and objectives of the McBride Commission of UNESCO? What is India’s position on these? 12.5 marks
  6. What is the quasi-judicial body? Explain with the help of concrete examples. 12.5 marks