Practice Questions
1] Examine the increasing significance of maritime security in India’s foreign policy. [2019/20m/250w/7a]
2] Examine the role of ‘parliamentary diplomacy’ in India’s foreign policy. [2019/10m/150w/5a]
3] Discuss the role of Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) in promoting India’s soft power abroad. [2018/20m/250w/7a]
4] Do you agree with the view that the Indian foreign policy is increasingly being shaped by the neoliberal outlook? Elaborate. [2018/10m/150w/5a]
5] India is often said to have a rich strategic culture. Discuss. [2018/10m/150w/5b]
6] India’s current foreign policy marks a significant qualitative shift from that of the previous regimes. Discuss. [2018/10m/150w/5d]
7] What are the institutional weaknesses in the Ministry of external affairs? Give suggestions to reform the ministry.
8] Critically evaluate the relevance of the institution of NSA.
9] Suggest how India can leverage its diaspora to meet it’s foreign policy objectives.
10] Discuss the elements of continuity and change in India’s foreign policy.
