The Evolving Role of the Colombo Security Conclave
Context: In early December, Ajit Doval, India’s National Security Adviser (NSA), participated in the sixth NSA meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC). The meeting conducted a comprehensive review of the CSC’s developments and progress over the past year, culminating in an agreement on a roadmap for the year 2024. Relevance: GS2- International Relations- Bilateral, Regional […]
20th Anniversary of UNCAC
Context: The year 2023 commemorates the 20th anniversary of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). The G20 actively engages in global anti-corruption efforts through its Anti-Corruption Working Group, discussing relevant topics in the B20 and SAI20 dialogues within the G20 Social track. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: United Nations Convention […]
India-Oman Joint Vision Partnership
Context: Recently, India and Oman have adopted the India Oman Joint Vision Partnership For the Future, setting the stage for bilateral cooperation and charting pathways for future collaboration between the two countries. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Bilateral Meet: Agreements and Collaborations: Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA): Oman-India Investment […]
Surge in Illegal Indian Migrants to the U.S
Context Over the past decade, the influx of illegal Indian migrants to the U.S. has witnessed a remarkable surge, escalating from a modest 1,500 a decade ago to a staggering 96,917 in 2023, according to data from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The most significant increase in illegal border crossings by Indians has been […]
India’s Position on the Gaza Crisis
Context: Two months after Israel initiated airstrikes on Gaza in response to the October 7 terror attacks by Hamas, India changed its stance and, along with 152 other nations, supported a resolution at the UN General Assembly. This marked a shift from India’s previous abstention during the last UNGA resolution on October 26, despite the death of […]
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation
Context: India recently rejected a statement issued by the OIC on a judgement of the Supreme Court upholding the abrogation of Article 370 that guaranteed special status to Jammu and Kashmir. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Why is the region important for India? How […]
EU Proposes Groundbreaking AI Regulation
Context: The European Union (EU) is poised to enact the world’s inaugural comprehensive legislation for the regulation of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The proposed framework is anticipated to face a parliamentary vote in early 2024, with potential enforcement as early as 2025. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Components of the EU Framework […]
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Context: December 10, 2023 marked the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR): Overview Background: Document Structure: Universal Applicability: Key Features: Achievements of Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR): Current Situation: -Source: Indian Express
Italy Withdraws from China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)
Context: Italy has officially pulled out of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), marking a significant shift more than four years after being the sole G7 nation to join. The decision reflects a complex evaluation of economic, geopolitical, and strategic considerations prompting Italy to reconsider its participation in the BRI. Relevance: GS II: International Relations […]
UNESCO Recognizes Garba as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Context: The Garba dance, a traditional Gujarati dance form, has been honored by UNESCO as part of the world’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. This recognition during the 18th Intergovernmental Committee session in Botswana marks the 15th Indian element to be listed, following Kolkata’s Durga Puja in 2021. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: […]