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ADITYA HRIDAY UPADHYAY

Question Q.9ExplainGS2GS2

Through the changing paradigm towards dialogue and diplomacy in West Asia augurs well for India's interests in this otherwise restive region, presence of inimical actors may reverse the gains. Explain.

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Introduction

India's West Asia Policy is guided by Look-West Policy. It is critical for geopolitical stability and energy security of India.

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Main Body

Changing paradigm: Dialogue and Diplomacy

1Abraham Accords: Assumption of diplomatic relations between Israel, UAE & Bahrain
2Israel-Saudi Arabia: Diplomatic talk for normalization of relations
3China attempt to normalize Iran-Saudi relations via mediated dialogue

Presence of Inimical agents:

1ISIS presence in Levant, Syria can lead to huge instability and security concern
2Houthi Militia in Yemen are prolonged cause of conflict between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Their violence continues.
1Hamas-Terrorist groups in Egypt stir to inflame the tensions between Israel and Arab World.
4Pakistan - Proximity to Iran, Iraq is also cause of closer stability of West Asia.

Hence Attempt should be to eliminate extremist group and push for dialogue based resolution of issues.

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Conclusion

Attempt should be to eliminate extremist groups and push for dialogue-based resolution of issues.

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  • Identifies key diplomatic developments in West Asia
  • Mentions multiple examples of changing paradigm (Abraham Accords, Israel-Saudi talks, Iran-Saudi dialogue)
  • Contextualizes India's West Asia policy with strategic interests
  • Attempts to address both positive developments and risks from inimical actors

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ADITYA HRIDAY UPADHYAY

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

India's Foreign Policy

West Asia Policy

Dialogue and Diplomacy in West Asia

Writing Stats

153

Total words

9

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Academic and analytical

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