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Discuss the implications of so called Ezulwini Consensus adopted by African nations on India's interests.

Africa is an indispensible continent for India especially due to the possession of 54 votes in the UNSC. It could play a significant role for permanent candidature of...

January 12, 2024

What do you understand by progressiveness and regressiveness in the taxes? Make a comparison of direct and indirect taxes on this basis.

Model Answer: Progressive Tax follows the principle of ‘ability to pay’ because they are levied on the basis of individual’s income and wealth. Since, ability to pay can...

January 11, 2024

"India and Africa have a three-layered relationship viz. bilateral, regional and pan- "Discuss.

India and Africa have a three-layered relationship viz. bilateral, regional and pan-African. The foci of these relations are Energy Cooperation, Trade and Investment, Maritime Cooperation, Peace and Security...

January 11, 2024

Highlight the importance of port-led development for India, envisaged under the Sagarmala Project.

The importance of port-led development can be understood from the fact that 90% of total volume and 70% of total value of trade is via sea route in...

January 11, 2024

"The declaration of TNW doctrine confirms that Pakistan has drastically changed its nuclear posture against India."Critically discuss.

Tactical Nuclear Weapons (TNW) produces low scale explosions in comparison to Strategic Nuclear Weapons. Pakistan developed TNW to counter India’s Cold Start Strategy in case of war with...

January 10, 2024

Critically discuss India's interest and geopolitical stance in the South China Sea. What constructive role can be played by India while protecting its own commercial and economic interests? Opine.

India is not party to the South China Sea dispute, still India (along with US) has been consistently reiterating the freedom of navigation in the South China Sea...

January 10, 2024

What are the novel provisions of Indian federal structure that are not found in other federations? Discuss.

The Indian Federalism is very unique in nature and is said to be tailored as per the specific needs of the country. Wheare believes that the framers of...

January 10, 2024

Throw some light on the types of unemployment that exists in a developing economy like India.

The unemployment refers to the situation where individuals who are willing and available for work are unable to find employment. Various Types: Open unemployment Willing to work, available...

January 10, 2024

What are the reasons of strife between Saudi Arabia and Iran? Do you think that Iran-Saudi Arabia strife may have substantial ramifications for India. Discuss.

The most important geopolitical factor in West Asia is the sectarian strife between Sunni and Shia camps represented by Saudi Arabia and Iran respectively. The competition between Saudi...

January 9, 2024

While analyzing the nature of the party system in India, elucidate the various phases of evolution of political party system in India in the Post-independence era.

Before independence the Indian national congress was the most dominant political party in India with assimilation of diverse interests into what is called the Congress System. After the...

January 9, 2024

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