STATIC QUESTIONS ::26-AUGUST-2019::INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS - GS II

Q1. SAARC as an organisation is gradually turning ineffective and dysfunctional. Anaylse. Do you think ‘SAARC minus Pakistan’ and revival of other organisations such as BBIN and BIMSTEC could fulfil the mandate of regional connectivity and shared prosperity?

Q2. The Indian Ocean is very important for India from a strategic-political point of view. Analyse and discuss some of the challenges faced by India in maintaining its influence in the waters of Indian Ocean.