Q.2 There is no question that the bilateral relationship dominated by endless contentions at the turn of the millennium has transformed into a very productive partnership. For both Delhi and Dhaka, the reinvention of the bilateral relationship has been one of the most significant successes of their recent foreign policies. Comment. (10 Marks)

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  • https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/india-bangladesh-pakistan-what-east-can-teach-west-8078070/
  • In the intro, mention rapid transformation of India’s ties with Bangladesh which stands in contrast with India’s ties with Pakistan.
  • In the body, mention efforts to address bilateral problems after 2010 such as border settlement, river water sharing, cross-border terrorism, market access to Bangladeshi goods, and connectivity. In the next part, mention how both countries succeeded in finding solutions to most of these issues resulting in adding substantially to the peace and prosperity in the region.
  • Conclude by mentioning that the 75th anniversary of independence offers Delhi and Dhaka a special opportunity to elevate the ambition for their bilateral partnership.

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2 responses to “Q.2 There is no question that the bilateral relationship dominated by endless contentions at the turn of the millennium has transformed into a very productive partnership. For both Delhi and Dhaka, the reinvention of the bilateral relationship has been one of the most significant successes of their recent foreign policies. Comment. (10 Marks)”

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    Sri Sowmya

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      Sowmya

      The question does not talk about Pakistan, so no need to give so much space to in the intro. Rather, you can mention the proclamation of a “sonali adhyay” or “golden chapter” in Indo-Bangladesh bilateral relations.
      Next part is decent, but the transformation points need to be elaborated a bit. That is the crux of the answer, talk about Land Boundary Agreement, summit-level visits, transboundary bus services, reopening of railway lines, and the revitalization of waterways are restoring connectivity, Indian government accepted the award of the international arbitration, opening of markets on both sides, increasing bilateral trade volumes etc
      Conclusion is fine, but before that you can mention that some of the challenges still remain and mention 1-2 challenges in the relationship.
      Keep practicing. 🙂

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