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Contemporary South Asia
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“Democracy is becoming the first choice of the people of South Asia.” Justify the statement.

Answer

The following justify the given statement:

(i) Despite the mixed record of the democratic experience, the people in all the countries of South Asia share the aspiration for democracy.

(ii) Surveys in SAARC countries show that there is widespread support for democracy everywhere .

(iii) Ordinary citizens view the idea of democracy positively and support the institutions of representative democracy.

(iv) The people prefer democracy over any other form and think that democracy is most for their country.

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Some More Questions From Contemporary South Asia Chapter

Which among the following statements about South Asia is wrong ?

What are some of the commonalities and differences between Bangladesh and Pakistan in their democratic experiences ?

List three challenges to democracy in Nepal.

Name the principal players in the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka. How do you assess the prospects of the resolution of this conflict?

Mention some of the recent agreements between India and Pakistan. Can we be sure that the two countries are well on their way to a friendly relationship?

Mention two areas each of cooperation and disagreement between India and Bangladesh.

How are the external powers influencing bilateral relations in South Asia ? Take any one example to illustrate your point.

Write a short note on the role and the limitations of SAARC as a forum for facilitating economic cooperation among the South Asian countries.

India’s neighbours often think that the Indian government tries to dominate and interfere in the domestic affairs of the smaller countries of the region. Is this a correct impression ?

Which countries are part of SAARC?