Gateway House invites essays on the topic: Ashoka or Arthashastra: which one can better shape India's foreign policy and future? Define these contrasting traditions in the context of the strategic challenges facing India today, and argue which one should shape India’s foreign policy and global role. Please restrict your response to 1,200 words. In writing your essay, use the following guidelines:
A) Analyse both paradigms of power – real-politik versus pacifism – for developing a strategy and governing modern India.
B) Keep in mind India’s present political and economic positions when applying these models. Please demonstrate how your choice will serve the country in the interim and in the long-term.
C) Please remember this is not an account of historical facts. We look forward to reading analytical and thoughtful work.
ELIGIBILITY AND RULES
A) The essay should be between 800-1,200 words. English and all Indian languages are accepted.
B) You must stay within the allotted word count. Essays exceeding 1,200 words will not be read.
C) Entries may be typed or written entries, but all must be double spaced.
D) Only your original work may be submitted. All sources must be appropriately cited; plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
E) Please include page numbers, your name, date, and your essay’s title on every page.
F) You must also include your name, mailing address, phone number, and an e-mail address so you may be reached with results.
G) Proof of Identification is required. Please attach a copy or scan of an ID card along with your essay. This may include a School ID, College ID, Library Card, Passport, etc.
H) You may submit your entry no later than Saturday, December 31, 2011.
I) Mail submissions should be sent to:
ATTN: Essay Competition
Gateway House: Indian Council on Global Relations
Cecil Court, 3rd floor,
M. K. Bhushan Marg,
Colaba, Mumbai 400039.
*essays sent in by mail must be postmarked by December 31, 2011.
J) You may also email essays to: info@gatewayhouse.in
K) All decisions are final.
Questions regarding the contest can be sent to info@gatewayhouse.in. The jury will notify finalists by late December. Thank you for your interest and participation. We look forward to reading your solutions. Best of luck!
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