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Recent diplomatic discussions between Iran and the United States concluded without a resolution.
Iran's Foreign Ministry attributed the failure to "excessive demands" from the U.S. and a lack of mutual trust.
Despite the impasse, Iran reiterated its commitment to using diplomatic channels to secure its national interests.
Iran is a major oil producer; tensions can affect global oil prices and supply chains.
Directly impacts regional power balance, proxy conflicts (Yemen, Syria), and relations with Israel and Saudi Arabia.
The core issue revolves around preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons, a key international security concern.
The effectiveness and impact of U.S. and international sanctions on Iran's economy and its foreign policy.
GS-II: International Relations - Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests; Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests.
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At the national level, which ministry is the nodal agency to ensure effective implementation of the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006?
Answer: Ministry of Tribal Affairs
With reference to India, consider the following statements: 1. There is only one citizenship and one domicile. 2. A citizen by birth only can become the Head of State. 3. A foreigner once granted the citizenship cannot be deprived of it under any circumstances. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: 1 only
In the context of any country, which one of the following would be considered as part of its social capital?
Answer: The level of mutual trust and harmony in the society
Medium-High (Iran's nuclear program and US-Iran relations are frequently in news and relevant for international relations sections).
Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, an international agreement on Iran's nuclear program.
Penalties imposed by one country on another, often to influence policy.
Efforts to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and technology.