TEN CRITICAL QUESTIONS ON CURRENT GEOPLOITICAL AND NATIONAL ISSUES – 145
17 August 2026
PRERNA FOR IAS
(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)
TEN CRITICAL QUESTIONS ON CURRENT GEOPLOITICAL AND NATIONAL ISSUES – 145
1. How should India manage the emerging tensions in its relationship with Bangladesh?
Answer:India should treat Bangladesh as a long-term strategic partner rather than viewing relations through the politics of individual leaders. Dhaka has raised concerns regarding statements by Sheikh Hasina from Indian soil, her extradition and attacks involving its diplomatic mission. At the same time, both sides have incentives to preserve cooperation. In my view, India should maintain dialogue, respect Bangladesh’s sovereignty and handle extradition through established legal procedures. Geography makes cooperation unavoidable in border management, connectivity, trade and security. Mature diplomacy requires preventing short-term political disagreements from damaging a relationship of permanent strategic importance.
2. Is India losing strategic influence in West Asia? What should its response be?
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Critical analysis of India's relations with Bangladesh, West Asia strategy, Census 2027 privacy concerns, Agnipath scheme, and competitive exam reforms for UPSC aspirants.
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