Question Q.19GS2GS2
Examine the factors behind the growing salience of the Arctic region in international politics. Discuss, in this context, strategies for India to reorient the Arctic engagement.
Introduction
Arctic is becoming the new geo-political hotspot in the world politics
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Main Body
Arctic is becoming the new geo-political hotspot in the world politics. This growing salience of Arctic is due to:
1IPCC already predicted ice after summers in Arctic by 2050
2The Northern Sea route could revolutionise via the Arctic across hemisphere by pass the Suez Canal route. Time benefit and fuel reduce
3The potential oil reserve in the region
4As per new studies the region has rich polymetallic nodules as well
6The potential for scientific studies
80 words2 paragraphs
Answer continues on next page
- identifies multiple factors driving Arctic geopolitical salience
- mentions economic benefits and scientific opportunities
- connects to climate change discourse
Topper
MOHAMMED ASHMIL SHAH
AIR 3822025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
International Relations
Arctic Region
Arctic Geopolitics and Strategic Importance
Writing Stats
91
Total words
2
Paragraphs
expository
Tone