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10 September 2026

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Arunachal Pradesh

The topic provides relevant context regarding India's territorial integrity and diplomatic challenges with international bodies like the UN, though it does not constitute a direct policy or legislative change.

1 min read Day 3 of 3 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Vice-President of India addressed a special session of the 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly.
  • Arunachal Pradesh is identified as a state of strategic importance to India's national security and border integrity.
  • The Government of India has formally flagged anomalies in the United Nations' recent world map regarding the depiction of Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin.
  • The UN map incorrectly depicted these regions as separate entities positioned between Indian and Chinese claimed borders.

Part of a longer story

This is day 3 of 3 in UN Geospatial world map border depictions, which has been running since 7 September 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the strategic significance of the Northeastern border states in maintaining India's territorial integrity and national security. 150 words
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  2. The depiction of Indian territories in international forums and global maps often reflects complex geopolitical challenges. Analyze the implications of such cartographic disputes on India's foreign policy and sovereignty. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following best describes the constitutional status of Arunachal Pradesh within the Indian Union?

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