IR quiz
Arms control and disarmament
Arms control refers to a set of agreements, treaties, and measures designed to limit the proliferation of weapons, particularly in the context of international relations. It aims to reduce the risk of armed conflicts and enhance global security. These agreements can cover various aspects, including the number of weapons, their deployment, and sometimes even their…
World Bank and the USA
The United States has significant influence in the World Bank. It is one of the largest shareholders and contributes to its funding. The exact number of votes or shares the U.S. holds can change over time due to various factors, but it generally wields substantial voting power in the institution, along with other major economies….
Scope of Public Administration
The scope of public administration in India is vast and dynamic. It involves the management and implementation of government policies, programs, and services. Here’s a detailed breakdown: The scope of public administration in India is not only broad but also evolving with changing socio-economic and political dynamics. It’s a field that demands continuous learning and…
POSDCoRB
POSDCoRB is an acronym in the field of public administration. It was introduced by Luther Gulick and Lyndall Urwick in their 1937 paper titled “Papers on the Science of Administration.” Each letter in POSDCoRB represents a key function of administration: POSDCoRB is a useful framework for understanding the key functions of administration in both public…
Vishakha Guidelines
The original Supreme Court Judgement
Belt and Road initiative (BRI)
Chinese project. Completed 10 years on 17th October 2023. Started in 2013. India not part of the project. India is against the construction of road under China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) which goes through Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK)
Prisoner’s dilemma
The Prisoner’s Dilemma is a classic concept in game theory and political science that’s really interesting. Imagine two criminals, let’s call them A and B, who are arrested and put in separate cells. They both have two choices: to cooperate with each other by staying silent (C), or to betray each other by confessing (D)….
Reservists in Israel
Israel has a system of reserve forces known as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Reserves. In Israel, military service is compulsory for most citizens, with men serving for two and a half years and women for two years, starting at the age of 18. After completing their mandatory service, individuals typically become part of the…