Do you think that BIMSTEC is a parallel organisation like SAARC? What are the similarities and dissimilarities between the two? How are Indian foreign policy objectives realised by forming this new organisation?

In the context of the IMF’s projection of 7% GDP growth for India in FY 2026–27, analyse how India’s economic growth can influence the global economy.

Examine the impact of US sanctions and changing global oil trade on India’s energy security and economic stability.

Examine how energy dependence influences relations between Russia and Europe amid the Russia–Ukraine war and the transition towards renewable energy.

Examine the strategic significance of Ladakh in India–China relations and suggest measures to maintain peace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Discuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of Parliament or State Legislature under the Representation of the People Act, 1951. What are the grounds on which the election of any returned candidate may be declared void? What remedy is available to the aggrieved party against the decision? Refer to the case laws.

Discuss the essential conditions for exercise of the legislative powers by the Governor. Discuss the legality of re-promulgation of ordinances by the Governor without placing them before the Legislature.

"While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy." Comment.

Critically examine the procedures through which the Presidents of India and France are elected.

Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct.