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1. The BRICS test for India’s multipolarity rhetoric.
Topic: GS2 – International relations
Context:
- New Delhi is actively engaged in global geopolitics, chairing summits, making complex choices, and seeking a place in global governance.
- The upcoming BRICS summit in South Africa (August 22-24) tests Indian diplomacy and hints at future geopolitics.
BRICS’ Influence and Limitations:
- BRICS’ ability to reshape the global economy is questionable.
- It lacks enthusiasm for internal economic agreements and historical influence on global geopolitics.
- BRICS is not an attractive investment destination.
BRICS as a Future Influencer:
- Despite limitations, BRICS could play a role in shaping world politics.
- Geopolitical developments and challenges faced by the United Nations give it renewed significance.
- BRICS has broader global representation than UN Security Council (UNSC) and G-7.Â
The Role of BRICS and SCO:
- Forums like BRICS and SCO won’t lead to perfect global governance or multipolarity.
- They can spark conversations on more inclusive global governance.
- Imperfect but contemporary institutions are preferable over outdated ones.
Challenges for New Delhi:
- India’s geopolitical choices are complex.
- India’s membership in forums like BRICS and SCO is seen in Western context.
- India’s participation responds to inequities in global institutions like IMF, World Bank, and UNSC.
- It aims for equitable representation, not alignment with anti-U.S./West bloc, balancing this with India’s regional aspirations is a difficult task.
Balancing Geopolitical Interests:
- India belongs to BRICS, SCO, global South, G-20, G-7, and Quad.
- Its geographical and developmental context guides its global affiliations.
- India faces dilemmas due to China’s overwhelming presence in BRICS.
- Competing blocs are emerging in the international system.
- China and Russia align their global interests, potentially against the U.S.-led order.
- India opposes bloc politics, but may still get involved.
Navigating the China Factor:
- India must assess its role in boosting China’s rise.
- Multipolarity requires alternative forums, but they may strengthen China.
- India and China’s geopolitical goals differ fundamentally.
- India must promote equitable global governance while protecting national interests.
- It must balance against growing Chinese influence without alienating other global South nations.
- Simultaneously, India must assert itself in non-western forums and address Western expectations.
Navigating Complexity for India:
- New Delhi faces a complex path, engaging in non-western and Eurocentric forums.
- India’s strategy should ensure representative global governance without undermining national interests.
- It must manage China’s influence, maintain regional partnerships, and address global power dynamics simultaneously.
 Model question:  Examine India’s evolving role in global geopolitics through its participation in forums like BRICS and SCO. Assess the challenges posed by emerging geopolitical dynamics and the potential implications of India’s choices on its pursuit of an equitable global governance order.
2. Failure to hold Assembly session shows depth of crisis in Manipur.
Topic: GS2 – Indian polity.
Context:
- The Legislative Assembly of Manipur was recommended to convene on Monday but was not summoned, indicating a severe crisis in the State.
- Governor Anusuiya Uikey did not issue the notification for the session despite Cabinet advice on August 4 to convene it on August 21.
The present state of Manipur:
- The delay might be due to the ongoing political and law and order situation in the State.
- Legislators of Kuki ethnicity expressed inability to attend due to prevailing violence in parts of the State.
- Governor’s failure to hold the session goes against the constitutional position that she is bound by the government’s advice.
- Last session was in March, and the Assembly must meet within six months; the period ends on September 2.
- Delay in notifying the session raises concerns about the legitimacy of the government led by Chief Minister N. Biren Singh.
- Appointment of Justice Siddharth Mridul as Chief Justice of Manipur High Court delayed, causing disorder.
- It raises questions about possible hindrances in the constitutional process in the State.
- Ongoing events caused disorder, and the State should avoid further constitutional disarray.
Constitutional provisions about holding legislative assembly:
- The Constitution of India provides for a bicameral legislature in most states, consisting of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council (if applicable).
- Article 168 of the Constitution empowers the Governor to summon the Legislative Assembly, to prorogue it, and to dissolve the Assembly. The Governor’s role in summoning the Assembly is primarily guided by the advice of the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers.
- The Governor’s action in summoning the Assembly is based on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers, and they are constitutionally responsible for the summoning of the Assembly.
- Article 174 mandates that the Legislative Assembly must be summoned to meet at least twice a year, with a gap of six months between its two sessions.
- The Governor’s role in convening the Assembly is largely ceremonial and constitutional, guided by the advice of the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers.
- The summoning of the Legislative Assembly is an important constitutional duty to ensure democratic functioning and decision-making within the state government.
Model question: Explain the constitutional provisions governing the summoning of Legislative Assemblies in Indian states. Discuss the roles of the Governor and the Chief Minister in this process and the importance of regular sessions for effective democratic governance.
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