Q.2 The narrative of a widening strategic gap between New Delhi and Moscow has been prevalent for some time now. In the context of this, examine the areas of convergence and divergence between the two countries. (10 Marks)

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https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/india-russia-and-the-new-era-of-global-politics/
https://www.economist.com/asia/why-wont-indias-government-condemn-vladimir-putin/21808074?utm_medium=social-media.content.np&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=editorial-social&utm_content=discovery.content&fbclid=IwAR0vfJebt1v1G5bGYpuMHxQD_yHz0yrp7ZCAJUo6Sjm_sY7jI6_zyDDDWRc
In the intro, mention the Russian invasion of Ukraine and India’s difficulty in avoiding the perception of being on the side of the aggressor.
In the body, mention that strategic legacy acts as a glue between the two nations. In contemporary political issues mention India’s interests in maintaining multipolar order in the region, India’s defence ties with Russia for defence equipment, convergence in the area of energy, the prospect of cooperation in the area of food security etc. In the area of divergence mention Russia’s position in Afghanistan, India’s growing tilt towards the US, India’s positions on Indo-Pacific etc.
Conclude by mentioning the need for India to tread the path of balancing the relations as India seeks growing engagement with the US.

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March 12, 2022

Anurag Srivastav

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1. March 21, 2022
  
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  Anurag
  
  Decent attempt, you have covered broader issues but some elaboration is required at places.
  Intro is fine, however, there is more than ‘just a room’ for convergence.
  In areas of convergence, you should first mention historical ties(Russian support during 1971 war, defence equipment- all of this despite India being a part of NAM)
  Rest of the points are good.
  In divergence too, points like Afghanistan issue can be explained a bit- different positions. India on the side of Quad in Indo-Pacific which is not to Russia’s liking can be mentioned. Some more light can also be shed on Russia-China axis, mentioning example of Chinese position on the current crisis.
  Conclusion is good.
  Keep practicing. 🙂

Q.2 The narrative of a widening strategic gap between New Delhi and Moscow has been prevalent for some time now. In the context of this, examine the areas of convergence and divergence between the two countries. (10 Marks)

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