August 08th, 2025 Leave a Comment / Uncategorized / By IAS RAW GSII: India & Neighbours, Groupings, IR Institutions, Diaspora Q1. BRICS is evolving from an economic bloc into a voice for the Global South. Discuss.(Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Q2. In the 21st century, civilisational influence can shape geopolitics as decisively as armies and economies.” Discuss in the context of India’s soft power. (Answer in 150 words 10 Marker) Q3. Evaluate the economic and strategic dimensions of India’s Look East Policy in the context of the post Cold War international scenario ( UPSC 2016 ) (Answer in 250 words 15 Marker)