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Simrandeep KaurAIR 14· 2025

Question 9GS2GS2

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

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Introduction

Group of 7 (G7) was formed in 1990s as a group initiated of advanced Western powers including US, UK, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, EU.

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Main Body

Transformation of G7: A Symbol of Western strategic unity: (1) Alliance of Western powers for transatlantic alliance. (2) A global governance by financial challenges. (2) To tackle unconventional threats such as climate change, terrorism, financial shocks. C Internal contradictions: (1) Weakening transatlantic alliance of US and EU under US President Donald Trump. (2) Deglobalization - risky protectionism (eg Brexit).

3. Trade wars - diminishing giant syndrome (eg Trumpovics Radio Tariff unilateralism). 4. Geopolitical challenges - Aggressive Fusses and Revisionist China BRICS. 5. Weakening liberal International Order eg democratic deficiency at UNSC, dysclinism UN, WTO. Navigation of India and its strategic interest: 1. Global soft power Vishwamitrita - Linking G7 with G7 on common issues (eg International Solar Alliance). 2. Realistic Hedging policy (multi-vector) without antagonizing any power - maximum engagement with all (eg QUAD, BRICS). 3. Diversifying he (eg India-UK Freetrads Agreement 2024). 4. Leveraging soft power (eg Yoga, Ayurveda, Modi). 5. Diaspora diplomacy (eg Howdy Modi). India has to navigate the choppy waters for always pursuing 3Ms- Multilateralism, Multipolarity.

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Conclusion

India must navigate through multilateralism and multipolarity while maintaining strategic autonomy.

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Topper

Simrandeep Kaur

AIR 142025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Effect of Policies of Developed/Developing Countries and Indian Diaspora

International Relations

G7 Transformation and India's Strategic Position

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205

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