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Evaluate the effect of the West Asian conflict on the Indian diaspora. What strategies should the government adopt to ensure their safety and economic well-being?

Analyze how the ongoing conflict in West Asia could affect India's energy security. What measures can India take to mitigate adverse impacts on its economy?

Examine how theocratic governance in West Asia influences domestic politics, regional conflicts, and relations with Western countries. In this context, analyse the implications for India’s foreign policy and strategic interests.

Examine the geopolitical implications of the Israel–Iran rivalry in West Asia. In this context, analyse how nuclear ambitions, regional instability, and global power dynamics interact, and discuss the role of international institutions in managing proliferation risks.

Discuss the challenges faced by international law in the context of rising geopolitical tensions. How can the global rules-based order be strengthened to ensure peace and accountability?

Analyze the implications of linking sustainability with trade rules for India’s development and multilateral trade strategy.

Discuss the implications of bilateral and plurilateral arrangements on India’s trade policies. In what ways might these agreements challenge or enhance India's trade sustainability efforts?

India has traditionally resisted the inclusion of non-trade issues in WTO negotiations. Examine the challenges and strategic choices before India in the evolving trade–sustainability debate.

Examine India’s strategic interests in West Asia in the context of recent regional conflicts and emerging initiatives such as I2U2 and IMEC.

Discuss the challenges and opportunities for India’s foreign policy in West Asia amid evolving security dynamics and multilateral initiatives.

How does the imposition of the National Security Law in Hong Kong reflect changing governance trends in China? Discuss its implications for India’s foreign policy.

As the WTO undergoes reform amid shifting global trade dynamics, India faces complex choices between multilateral commitments and safeguarding domestic interests. Discuss in the context of WTO reforms, plurilateral agreements, and the e-commerce moratorium.

Domestic political rhetoric and policy choices in major powers often have external consequences. In the context of the U.S. President’s 2026 State of the Union address, examine how American policies on tariffs, immigration, and Iran could impact India’s economic and strategic interests.

Discuss the role of hard power in achieving India's strategic autonomy. How does military capability influence India's foreign policy decisions?

Economic strength does not automatically translate into great power status. Analyze the relationship between economic capability and military power in determining global influence. In this context, examine why countries like Germany and Japan are often viewed as constrained great powers.

Evaluate the role of digital initiatives like AgriStack in transforming India's agriculture sector. How can such innovations drive economic growth and investment?

Discuss the implications of India's modified BIT model on foreign investments. How does this approach reflect the changing global investment landscape?

Analyze the role of multilateral versus preferential trade agreements in shaping international economic policies. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each approach?

Analyze the implications of India's comprehensive FTAs with developed economies on its trade dynamics. What challenges does India face in integrating into global value chains?

Evaluate the implications of Trump's trade agreements on the global trade environment. How do they challenge the principles established by the WTO and GATT?

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