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Ananya RanaAIR 60· 2025

Question 9GS2GS2

Analyze the transformation of the G7 from a symbol of Western strategic unity to a forum marred by internal contradictions. How should India navigate this changing dynamic to advance its strategic interests? (Answer in 150 words)

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Introduction

G7 developed to contain have economic cooperation among most developed nations of the world. Now seeing change in structure.

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Main Body

G7 developed to contain have economic cooperation among most developed nations of the world. Now seeing change in structure.

Transformation of G7:

1Frequent disagreements
2American Prez left G7 socket in between (Canada 2025)
3Different aspirations

Demand of American Prez to re-include Russia

3Divergence in support to Ukraine - No military support by USPrez but now granted
4Tackling Russia - American Prez wants ceasefire without guaranteed asked

India measures:

1Strategic autonomy

Focus on:

2National Interest
3Promote diplomacy
4Russian Interest must be strengthened
5Trade negotiations on bilateral bases

India can navigate path by using strategic autonomy and good will

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Conclusion

India can navigate path by using strategic autonomy and good will

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Diagram

Flowchart showing Transformation of G7 with three main branches: (1) Frequent disagreements, (2) American Prez left G7 socket in between (Canada 2025), (3) Different aspirations - Demand of American Prez to re-include Russia

  • Identifies key structural shifts in G7
  • Uses contemporary examples
  • Acknowledges geopolitical contradictions
  • Clear articulation of India's strategic interests
  • Balances US and Russia considerations
  • Emphasizes India's independent foreign policy approach

Topper

Ananya Rana

AIR 602025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings affecting India

G7 Evolution and Contradictions

India's Strategic Response to G7 Fragmentation

Writing Stats

137

Total words

4

Paragraphs

prescriptive

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