GS-4 · Ethical issues in international relations and funding, Corporate governance

202510 marksQ14War diplomacy (Clausewitzian Doctrine)

Carl von Clausewitz once said, "War is a diplomacy by other means." Critically analyse the above statement in the present context of contemporary geo-political conflict.

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Paper:
GS-4
Section:
Ethical issues in international relations and funding, Corporate governance
Year:
2025
Marks:
10

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