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Q.2 “India’s years of investments in infrastructure and grassroots development could act as a building block for cementing relations with the new regime in the coming years.” In light of this, examine the role India with its soft power can play in Afghanistan. (10 Marks)

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  • https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/soft-power-indias-strength-in-afghanistan-7474526/
  • In the intro, mention the return of the Taliban in the Afghanistan government.
  • In the body, mention India’s work, investment and contribution to development in Afghanistan and India connect with the population of Afghanistan. Next, mention how India can capitalise on this to cement relations with the new regime there.
  • Conclude by mentioning the challenges due to the presence of China and Pakistan.

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8 responses to “Q.2 “India’s years of investments in infrastructure and grassroots development could act as a building block for cementing relations with the new regime in the coming years.” In light of this, examine the role India with its soft power can play in Afghanistan. (10 Marks)”

  1. muskan garg Avatar
    muskan garg

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    1. Staff @CD Avatar
      Staff @CD

      Muskan

      Decent attempt. Introduction is fine. In investments, you can avoid Chahbahar port (India-Iran cooperation), Delaram-Zaranj highway should be fine. Salma dam in Herat. Give some more examples- Afghan Women’s Empowerment Programme. Rest of the points are fine. Also, you can mention some differences in Indian investments- doesn’t come with political trappings, investment in PPP terms it could be pegged at over $5 billion etc

      Also mention a section on challenges- hostility of Taliban, China-Pakistan angle.

      In further way ahead, too much focus is on human rights and refugees. Also mention some forward-looking measures- India needs to further diversify its portfolios; can look at strengthening terms of trade between India and Afghanistan, considering the latter’s trade deficit; can help to build a more resilient Afghanistan with respect to climate change and disaster risk reduction with CDRI; needs to establish itself as a neutral entity that is keen on the development of the region etc

      Keep writing. 🙂

  2. Manisha Safi Avatar
    Manisha Safi

    Plzz review

    1. Staff @CD Avatar
      Staff @CD

      Manisha,
      Good answer.
      You have covered major dimensions. But also mention role in women empowerment, refugee issues.
      Good that you have used China Taliban issue in challenges.
      The answer shows the depth of your knowledge.
      Keep writing.

  3. Utkarsh Singh Avatar
    Utkarsh Singh

    Please check

    1. Staff @CD Avatar
      Staff @CD

      Utkarsh,
      Nice attempt.
      Structure and presentation is good.
      You have used various dimensions in the answer.
      You can also mention SAARC India and Afghanistan in relation.
      Also discuss India’s role in women empowerment and refugee issues.
      Overall a good answer.
      Keep practising.

  4. Sehaj Singh Avatar
    Sehaj Singh

    Pay ID- #0000440503

    1. Staff @CD Avatar
      Staff @CD

      Sehaj,
      Good answer.
      You have used diverse dimensions in the answer.
      You can also mention SAARC India and Afghanistan in relation.
      Also discuss India’s role in women empowerment and refugee issues.
      Overall answer is satisfactory.
      Keep writing.

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