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Myanmar has many ethnic groups. According to their government report, there are 135 distinct ethnic groups officially. But, there are also many unrecognised ethnic groups in Myanmar. All these multiple ethnic groups fight amongst each other for position and power. This rampant ethnic strife led to one of the world’s longest-running ...

Synopsis: A quick flashback of 2020 suggested that India faced seven tough realities last year and has to deal with many possible challenges and opportunities in 2021.  Introduction   Last year was quite difficult for India; it fought Covid-19 and Chinese hostility. Next year is going to be all about facing the challenge of ...

Source: The Hindu News: Britain’s House of Commons has voted resoundingly to approve a trade deal with the European Union paving the way for an orderly break with the European Union(EU). Read Also : Current affairs for upsc Facts: Key Features of the Deal: The new trade deal: Enables the UK to continue selling goods to the ...

Background  The various developments that have affected Indian foreign policy decisions are,  The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic that led to severe restrictions on travel.  Deadlock over the continuing occupation of Indian territory by China that witnessed violence at Galwanvalley.   The unsettled situation in the U.S., with only three weeks to go for Joe Biden to be sworn in ...

Synopsis: Beijing and New Delhi are adopting different approach towards China after Nepal’s prime minister decided to dissolve Parliament.  Background:  The Supreme Court has given Mr. Oli some time to explain his actions. It is yet to decide on putting a stay on the election process.  Ever since Nepal adopted its new Constitution in ...

Synopsis: The Covid-19 pandemic once again proved the importance of creating resilient supply chains that can survive the tough times.   Introduction  Creating supply chains that can withstand the disruptions is extremely important. Disruptions through the times is something inevitable as it can be manmade or natural. For example, The Tahoka Earthquake of 2011, followed by the Tsunami, led to a nuclear ...

Synopsis: recent trends that suggests increasing emigration of brightest youth from India, have implications for India. Background Even after the renewed calls from the PM Narendra Modi for an Atmanirbhar Bharat, emigration of India’s best and brightest has not stopped. Recent findings by Indian Express have shown that, during the two decades of 1996-2015 the ...

Synopsis: Post pandemic era will be giving rise to new world order and create uncertainties. India should use a “Gated Globalisation” framework to handle this change.  Introduction  The 3rd decade of the 21st century will witness a multipolar world and the rise of this New World Order will be driven by reliability of partners, national interest, and economic factors.  New developments are being witnessed with the ...

Synopsis:  China is preparing to dominate the world by rolling out its 5G technology warfare across countries, India needs to fast the pace of its 5G implementation to contain the digital threat of China.  What is 5G warfare?  5G technology will enable IOT (Internet of Things) and IOT is driven by data and Information.     It will aid the providing country with the power to access and control the data of individuals, groups or even nations.  Moreover,5G technologies are ...

Synopsis: The Anglosphere is opposed as a colonial concept in India but colonial past should not be allowed to overpower India’s present strategic benefits.  What is Anglosphere?  An Anglosphere  is also called the world of English-speaking people bound by common political beliefs, similar legal traditions, and shared geopolitical interests.  The term was coined around late 19th century, when Britainwas facing the challenges to its empire from within and outside. A modest version of ...