G7 vs BRICS+: Is Western Hegemony Collapsing? | International Relations | #upsc #currentaffairs

Welcome to Polity Pravah. In this ultra-comprehensive, 360-degree academic masterclass, we deep-dive into the complex structures of The Group of Seven (G7) and its evolving relationship with the global monetary order and India's foreign policy. Specially tailored for UPSC Civil Services (Mains - GS Paper 2, PSIR Optional) and the RPSC Assistant Professor Examination, this lecture transcends generic current affairs to provide you with core academic theories, statistical data, and insights from prominent scholars like Susan Strange, Robert Keohane, and Dr. C. Raja Mohan. Key Concepts Covered: The Theoretical Triad: Hegemonic Stability Theory vs. Liberal Institutionalism vs. Realist Critiques. The Economic Asymmetry: How G7's nominal share dropped and what it means for global financial networks. India's Paradox: Navigating between the Western Concert and acting as the "Voice of the Global South". The Friction Points: CBAM, Climate Colonialism, and India's uncompromised Strategic Autonomy regarding Russia. 📝 Mains Practice Prompt: "The steady contraction of G7's share in the global GDP, paired with the structural rise of mini-lateral alternatives like BRICS+, has transformed the group from a global economic directorate into an exclusive ideological coalition." Critically evaluate the statement and examine India's role as a balancing power within this changing matrix. (250 Words, 15 Marks) 👉 Share your structural answers and analytical feedback in the comments section below! 📥 Download Lecture Handouts & PDFs: [Insert Link Here] 🕊️ Follow us on Instagram: @politypravah 💬 Join our Telegram Channel: https://t.me/politypravah If you found this masterclass intellectually enriching, make sure to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to Polity Pravah. Keep studying, keep flowing! 🚀 #G7 #InternationalRelations #UPSCMains #RPSCAssistantProfessor #PolityPravah #GS2 #PSIR #IndianForeignPolicy #BRICS #Geopolitics #UPSC2026 #upsc #rpsc #rpsc1stgrade #ugcnet #currentaffairs #currentaffairs2026 #g7summit2026 #politicalscience