Mains Answer Writing - 31 Mar, 2026

GS2

International Relations

10 marks

Discuss the role of the World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference in shaping global trade governance. In this context, examine India’s concerns regarding food security and fisheries subsidies.

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Tips for your answer

Start with institutional clarity
Briefly define the World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference as the top decision-making body → link to global trade rule-making.
Follow demand-based structuring
Role: negotiations, dispute resolution, agenda-setting
India’s concerns: food security (subsidies, PDS) + fisheries (livelihood of small fishers vs sustainability)
Use examples + balanced conclusion
Mention Peace Clause, Doha Development Agenda → conclude with need for equity, development focus, and rules-based system

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