INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS FOR UPSC

International Relations for UPSC
Understanding global affairs is crucial for aspiring civil servants. This section provides in-depth analysis of international relations, covering India’s foreign policy, global diplomatic trends, international organizations, geopolitical strategies, and bilateral & multilateral engagements.

Indus Waters Treaty Suspension 2025: Strategic, Legal, and Diplomatic Implications for India and Pakistan

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Indus Waters Treaty Suspension 2025

Indus Waters Treaty Suspension 2025:- The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), signed in 1960 and often hailed as one of the world’s most successful water-sharing agreements, has long withstood the turbulence of India-Pakistan relations. However, in an unprecedented move following a deadly terrorist attack, the Government of India suspended the treaty in 2025, signaling a significant … Read more

India-Israel Strategic Partnership: Evolution, Cooperation & Geopolitical Challenges – UPSC Mains Oriented Analysis

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India-Israel Strategic Partnership

Ques is based on India-Israel Strategic Partnership. Ques- India and Israel share a relationship that is rooted in strategic convergence but constrained by geopolitical sensitivities.” Examine the evolution of Indo-Israel relations since 1992 and critically analyze the emerging areas of cooperation in the context of recent global and regional developments. (250 words) Brief outline to … Read more

Arctic Geopolitical Tensions: Climate Change, Resource Wars, and the Race for Control

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Arctic Geopolitical Tensions

Arctic Geopolitical Tensions- The Arctic, once a remote frozen frontier, is now a geopolitical flashpoint as climate change rapidly melts ice caps, unlocking untapped resources and strategic trade routes. Global powers like Russia, NATO, China, and the US are racing to control energy reserves (oil, gas, rare minerals) and dominate emerging shipping lanes like the … Read more

Terrorism and Separatism in Pakistan: Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), TTP & More

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Terrorism and Separatism in Pakistan

Terrorism and separatism in Pakistan, driven by ethnic grievances, religious extremism, and geopolitical tensions. Among the most notable groups, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) fights for an independent Balochistan, while the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) seeks to impose its extremist ideology across the country. Other factions, such as Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and the Sindhudesh Revolutionary Army (SRA), … Read more

Balochistan Lost Independence: The Treacherous Annexation by Pakistan

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Balochistan

The princely state of Kalat, located in present-day Balochistan, was one of the largest and most strategically significant states in British India. It had a long history of sovereignty, dating back to 1666, and was recognized as an independent state by the British through the Treaty of Kalat of 1876. After the partition of India in … Read more

Rakhine Crisis: A Geopolitical Flashpoint

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Rakhine Crisis

The Rakhine State (formerly Arakan State) in Myanmar has long been a region of conflict. The Rakhine crisis involves tensions between the Arakan Army (AA), Myanmar’s military (Tatmadaw), and Rohingya groups. It has significant regional implications, particularly for India and Bangladesh, in terms of security, economic interests, and humanitarian concerns. As violence intensifies, its impact … Read more

GROSS NATIONAL HAPPINESS

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Gross National Happiness

Bhutan, a small Himalayan kingdom, is renowned for its unique development philosophy called Gross National Happiness (GNH). Unlike most countries that measure progress through Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Bhutan prioritizes the well-being and happiness of its citizens. -GNH emphasizes holistic development, balancing economic growth with cultural preservation, environmental sustainability, and good governance.  What is Gross National … Read more

INDIA-CHINA RELATIONS UPSC PYQ

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China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia’, In the light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbour. [150 Words] [10 Marks] [2017] Introduction- China’s strategic use of its economic powess and substantial trade surplus has significantly bolstered its … Read more

WHY SHAIKH HASINA LEFT BANGLADESH

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Introduction- Sheikh Hasina’s resignation as Prime Minister of Bangladesh in August 2024 marked a significant turning point in the nation’s political landscape. For students of international relations, analyzing the multifaceted factors leading to her departure provides insight into the complexities of governance, public dissent, and geopolitical dynamics. 1. Student-Led Protests Against Government Job Quotas–The peaceful … Read more

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