Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 September 2022
Contents
- Empowering India-Nepal ties through hydropower
- Abe’s vision for an Indo-Pacific that is free and open
Empowering India-Nepal Ties Through Hydropower
Context
- The National Hydro Electric Power Corporation of India (NHPC) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Investment Board Nepal (IBN) to develop 750 MW West Seti and 450 MW Seti River (SR6) hydroelectric projects in western Nepal (a total of 1,200 MW).
- The projects were awarded to India nearly four years after China backed out.
- The article discusses India’s offerings in terms of India-Nepal cooperation, shared concerns, common interests, and options and alternatives for collaboration.
Relevance
GS Paper2: India and its neighbourhood- relations.
Mains Question
With its immense strategic importance as an Indian security concern, India cannot afford to overlook a stable, secure, and friendly Nepal.” Discuss. (150 words)
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Abe’s Vision For An Indo-Pacific That Is Free and Open
Context
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the state funeral of Shinzo Abe, Japan’s former Prime Minister.
Relevance
GS Paper – 2: International Treaties & Agreements, Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests
Main Question
“While India and Japan share an interest in keeping the Indo-Pacific open and free, bilateral cooperation remains limited.” Comment. (250 Words)
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