Previous Year Questions (2013-2022)
1] How does cross-border terrorism impede the achievements of peace and security in South Asia? [2020/10m/150w/5e]
2] Despite the differences between India and Pakistan on various issues, Indus water treaty has stood the test of times. In the light of this statement, discuss the recent developments over the issue. [2017/15m/200w/6b]
3] Discuss the shift of India’s foreign policy towards Pakistan in light of Pathankot incident. [2016/15m/200w/8c]
4] River water disputes are emerging as a major source of irritation between India and its neighbours. Identify sources of conflicts and suggest remedial measures. [2015/15m/200w/7c]
Model Answers to PYQs (2018-2022)
1] How does cross-border terrorism impede the achievements of peace and security in South Asia? [2020/10m/150w/5e]
Cross-border terrorism is a major hindrance to peace and security achievements in South Asia. The issue prevails as the bilateral Issue between India and Pakistan. India, which is in all manner the most significant of the south Asian nations has been the regular target of this malice.
First of all, due to the unresolved status of this Issue, SAARC has been inactive for an indefinite time. This has hampered the new potential development via SAARC.
The act of terrorism brings a sense of Insecurity in the region which also hampers economic development and FDI and increases poverty. Ultimately, reducing human development.
This security issue translates into weapon accumulation and an arms race which leads to a sense of fear in the smaller countries of the region. It also leads to excessive expenditure on non-human development areas again increasing human insecurity in the region.
Solving the Issue of cross-border terrorism will increase the development and cooperation between South Asian nations to a great extent. [163 words]
The post contains answers to the last 5-year papers i.e. (2022-2018). Answers to the previous year questions from 2013-2017 are a part of our book PSIR Optional Model Answers to PYQs (2013-2022)