Türkiye, Iran and Middle Eastern Powers Introduction Türkiye and Iran are two major regional powers whose geographical position, historical depth, military capabilities, economic relationships and diplomatic networks give them influence well beyond their immediate borders. Together with major Arab states and other influential countries of the Middle East, they play important roles in the region’s…
Global South and Emerging Powers Introduction The Global South is a broad political, economic and analytical concept referring generally to developing and emerging countries, particularly in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East and parts of Oceania. It does not correspond to a single geographical region, political ideology or institutional organization. The growing…
South Asia: Regional Concepts and Institutions Introduction South Asia is a major geopolitical region centred on the Indian subcontinent and its surrounding areas. It is characterized by geographical proximity, historical connections, cultural diversity, economic interdependence, security competition and shared transboundary challenges. The region generally includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka….
India-Pakistan Relations Introduction India-Pakistan relations are among the most consequential bilateral relationships in South Asia. The two countries share a long border, historical connections, cultural links and economic and environmental interdependence, while also experiencing prolonged political, territorial and security disputes. The relationship has been shaped by the legacy of the 1947 Partition, wars, the Jammu…
Kashmir and Regional Disputes Introduction The Kashmir dispute is one of the longest-running territorial and political disputes in South Asia. It involves India and Pakistan and has important consequences for regional security, diplomacy, nuclear deterrence and the political aspirations of people living in the wider Jammu and Kashmir region. The dispute has historical, territorial, legal,…
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as a Statesman 1 A statesman is generally understood as a leader who: (a) Handles public affairs with wisdom and responsibility (b) Commands an army only (c) Controls trade exclusively (d) None of these 2 Prophet Muhammad ﷺ demonstrated statesmanship particularly during the: (a) Madinan period (b) Pre-Islamic period (c) Childhood period…
Justice and Governance of Prophet ﷺ 1 Justice in Islam is commonly expressed by the Arabic term: (a) Adl (b) Riba (c) Sawm (d) None of these 2 The Prophet ﷺ emphasized that justice should apply: (a) Only to Muslims (b) Only to tribal leaders (c) Broadly and fairly (d) None of these 3 The…
Mercy and Compassion of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ 1 The Quran describes Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as: (a) A king (b) A mercy to the worlds (c) A military commander only (d) None of these 2 The phrase “Rahmatan lil-‘Alamin” means: (a) Leader of the Arabs (b) Messenger to kings (c) Mercy to the worlds (d) None…
Character and Leadership of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ 1 The Quran describes Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as possessing: (a) Great wealth (b) Great character (c) Great political power (d) None of these 2 The Arabic term commonly used for character and moral conduct is: (a) Akhlaq (b) Fiqh (c) Ijma (d) None of these 3 The Prophet…
Farewell Sermon of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ 1 The Farewell Sermon was delivered during the: (a) Battle of Badr (b) Farewell Pilgrimage (c) Conquest of Makkah (d) None of these 2 The Farewell Sermon is commonly known in Arabic as: (a) Khutbat al-Fath (b) Khutbat al-Aqabah (c) Khutbat al-Wida’ (d) None of these 3 The Farewell…
Strategic Partnerships 1. Introduction Strategic partnerships have become an important instrument of contemporary foreign policy. States increasingly cooperate with selected countries on security, trade, technology, energy, infrastructure and diplomacy without necessarily entering into formal military alliances. A strategic partnership allows states to coordinate their policies in areas of mutual interest while retaining considerable freedom of…
National Interest and Foreign Policy 1. Introduction National interest is one of the central concepts in the study and practice of foreign policy. States formulate external policies largely to protect and advance interests that they consider essential to their security, prosperity, sovereignty and international position. Foreign policy provides the means through which national interests are…
Determinants of Foreign Policy 1. Introduction Foreign policy does not emerge from a single factor. It is the product of multiple domestic, international, structural, economic, geographic, historical and psychological influences. The determinants of foreign policy explain why states facing apparently similar international circumstances may behave differently and why the same state may change its foreign…
Foreign Policy Decision-Making 1. Introduction Foreign policy ultimately becomes meaningful through decisions. Governments must determine how to respond to international opportunities, threats and crises. Foreign policy decision-making is therefore the process through which political leaders and institutions identify problems, evaluate alternatives and select actions concerning external affairs. 2. Meaning of Foreign Policy Decision-Making Foreign policy…
Foreign Policy 1. Introduction Foreign policy is the set of principles, objectives, decisions and actions through which a state conducts its relations with other states and international actors. It reflects how a country seeks to protect its security, advance its national interests, promote its economic and political objectives, and respond to developments beyond its borders….
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