[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 12 – September – 2026

Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 12 -September – 2026Today’s brief covers these important themes: Minhaz Merchant in Firstpost focuses on weakness of China and it’s growing relation with India Kyunghoon Kim in ORF talks about global supply chain and India’s position in it. Sushovan Dhar in The Hindu analyses the working and status of BRICS Bank which was introduced as an alternative to other instituions. UPSC has previously asked question on these themes: GS Paper II, 2026: “BRICS acts as a powerful counterweight in global governance, actively amplifying the voice and influence of the Global South.” Explain the role of BRICS in projecting itself as an alternative to other groupings. GS Paper II, 2026: “China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has transformed South Asia from a regional space into a theatre of great power competition.” Analyse the strategic implications of the BRI for India’s security and regional influence in South Asia. PSIR Paper II, 2025: Global South-sensitive model of globalization would prevent the danger emanating from overcentralized globalization. Discuss. PSIR Paper II, 2025: For India, a multipolar world order would also mean a multipolar Asia. Comment. PSIR Paper II, 2024: Does the idea of the 21st century as ‘Asian century’ continue to remain feasible given the growing friction between India and China? PSIR Paper II, 2024: Discuss the potential role that India could play as the leader of the Global South in realising the goal of establishing a new international economic order in the 21st century.

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In a world where political developments evolve rapidly and international dynamics shift constantly, staying informed is essential for every serious student of Political Science and International Relations (PSIR). The PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief is an initiative designed to bridge the gap between daily news events and their deeper theoretical, conceptual, and analytical relevance within the PSIR syllabus. This daily brief provides a structured and comprehensive analysis of important national and international developments through the lens of political theory, comparative politics, Indian politics, and international relations. Rather than merely reporting events, it seeks to explain why these developments matter, how they connect with core PSIR concepts, and what implications they hold for academic understanding and examination preparation. By consistently engaging with daily events in a concept-oriented manner, the PSIR Daily Brief aims to cultivate a habit of critical thinking and informed interpretation of contemporary politics. This initiative ultimately aspires to transform everyday news into meaningful academic insight– making PSIR not just a subject to study, but a framework to understand the world.