“The erosion of Western dominance need not signal global disorder, but could open space for a more equitable world”. Discuss the rationale for a decentralised global order. Evaluate India’s role and potential in shaping such a system.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.
Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora.
Q4. “The erosion of Western dominance need not signal global disorder, but could open space for a more equitable world”. Discuss the rationale for a decentralised global order. Evaluate India’s role and potential in shaping such a system. (15 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: IE
Why the question: Ongoing debates on the decline of Western hegemony, India’s G20 leadership in 2023, and rising calls for inclusive global governance from the Global South. Key Demand of the question: The answer must justify why a decentralised global order is preferable to hegemonic systems and analyse how India can shape and benefit from this transition. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Briefly highlight the shifting global power structure and the opportunity it presents for a more inclusive and pluralistic world order. Body: Discuss why the erosion of Western dominance does not necessarily lead to chaos but opens up avenues for balanced multipolarity. Explain the rationale for a decentralised global order including inclusivity, equity, and resilience. Analyse India’s normative, diplomatic, and institutional role in shaping such a global framework. Conclusion: Highlight India’s potential to act as a civilisational bridge and champion a cooperative and equitable international system.
Why the question: Ongoing debates on the decline of Western hegemony, India’s G20 leadership in 2023, and rising calls for inclusive global governance from the Global South.
Key Demand of the question: The answer must justify why a decentralised global order is preferable to hegemonic systems and analyse how India can shape and benefit from this transition.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction: Briefly highlight the shifting global power structure and the opportunity it presents for a more inclusive and pluralistic world order.
• Discuss why the erosion of Western dominance does not necessarily lead to chaos but opens up avenues for balanced multipolarity.
• Explain the rationale for a decentralised global order including inclusivity, equity, and resilience.
• Analyse India’s normative, diplomatic, and institutional role in shaping such a global framework.
Conclusion: Highlight India’s potential to act as a civilisational bridge and champion a cooperative and equitable international system.