What is International Relations (UPSC GS2 Topic)?
Historical Background
Key Points
9 points- 1.
Key Theories: Realism, Liberalism, Constructivism, Marxism, etc., providing frameworks to analyze global events.
- 2.
Foreign Policy of India: Principles, objectives, determinants, and evolution (e.g., Non-Alignment, Look East/Act East Policy, Neighbourhood First Policy).
- 3.
India and its Neighbours: Relations with Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Bhutan, Maldives, Afghanistan.
- 4.
India and Major Powers: Relations with USA, Russia, EU, Japan, Australia, African countries, Latin American countries.
- 5.
International Institutions: Role, structure, and reform of UN, WTO, IMF, World Bank, ASEAN, SAARC, BIMSTEC, BRICS, SCO, G20, etc.
- 6.
Global Issues: Terrorism, climate change, nuclear proliferation, cyber security, energy security, maritime security, human rights, global health.
- 7.
Indian Diaspora: Its role and importance in India's foreign policy.
- 8.
International Agreements & Treaties: India's participation and obligations.
- 9.
Geopolitical Developments: Major global events and their implications for India.
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International Relations (UPSC GS2): Scope & Interconnections
This mind map provides a comprehensive overview of the International Relations syllabus for UPSC GS Paper 2, highlighting key areas and their interconnections, essential for holistic preparation.
International Relations (UPSC GS2)
- ●India's Foreign Policy
- ●International Institutions
- ●Global Issues
- ●Geopolitical Developments
Recent Developments
7 developmentsRise of multipolarity and decline of unipolar moment.
Increased geopolitical competition (e.g., US-China rivalry).
Impact of technological advancements (AI, cyber warfare) on international security.
Challenges to multilateralism and rise of protectionism.
Growing importance of Indo-Pacific region.
India's active role in forums like G20, SCO, Quad.
Global response to pandemics and climate change.