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Report: International Relations in the 21st Century by Pushpesh Pant
1. Book Overview
Title: International Relations in the 21st Century Author: Pushpesh Pant Context: This book is widely considered an essential text for students of political science, candidates preparing for civil services examinations (like UPSC in India), and general readers interested in global politics.
Detailed Review
1. Approach and Content (The "USP")
The defining feature of Pushpesh Pant’s writing style is that he is a traditionalist. Unlike modern IR books that dive deep into complex theories (Realism, Constructivism, Game Theory) using heavy jargon, Pant focuses on historical context and diplomacy.
- Human rights regime and humanitarian intervention
- Responsibility to Protect (R2P)
- Nationalism, identity politics, and diasporas
- Cultural diplomacy and soft power
The Rise of New Powers