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International Relations in the Indian Ocean Region
Course Objectives: The objectives of this course are to develop an overall understanding of the dynamics of the Indian Ocean; familiarise students with the strategic importance of Indian Ocean region; gain the understanding of the key contemporary challenges and prospects in the region; and evaluate the development and impact of International actors on the region
Course Outcomes (COs):
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24MIR 424-A |
International Relations in the Indian Ocean Region (Theory) |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: CO139: map the states within the region, identify different actors, analyze the natural resources and growth potential of the region, and evaluate the significance of SLOCs for maritime trade and security. CO140: compare the maritime policies of major powers in the region and analyze their implications for regional security and stability. CO141: Identify competing interests in the region and develop their own views on the latest shifts in policy making behaviour of various actors CO142: Coherently understand research questions of changing nature of security issues in the region and how this leads to a change in the approach of nations towards each other. CO143: evaluate initiatives for maritime security and cooperation and assess their effectiveness in promoting stability and cooperation in the region. CO144: Contribute effectively in Course specific interaction. |
Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Power Point Presentation Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks. |
Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects |
Mapping the region- States on the rim/littoral, hinterland states, extra regional; Natural Resources and Growth Potential ; Sea Lanes of Communication (SLOCs)
Maritime policies of major powers in the region- US, France, Australia, Sri Lanka , Maldives
Competing interests of India and China in the region and escalation of tension
Disputes and potential threats - Maritime dimensions, Exclusive Economic Zone, Threat of piracy and terrorist activities
Initiatives for security and cooperation - Maritime Peacekeeping, Cooperative Maritime Security; Regional Security Initiatives
Ø Churchill, R.R., (2022), The Law of the Sea, Manchester, Manchester University Press
Ø Hensel, H.M., & Gupta, A., (eds), (2018), Maritime Security in the Indian Ocean and Western Pacific: Heritage and Contemporary Challenges, New York, Routledge
Ø Kumar, S., Ghosh, A.K.& Dwivedi, D., (2017), Indian Ocean - Geo-Strategic Importance , New Delhi, G.B. Books
Ø Patel, B.N.,Malik, A.K., & Nunes, W., (ed),(2017), Indian Ocean and Maritime Security- Competition, Cooperation and Threat, India, Routledge
Ø Nicholas, M., Michael, (2016), Maritime Security: An Introduction, Burlington, Butterworth-Heinemann
Ø Kaushiva, P., & Singh, A., (2013), Indian Ocean Challenges: A Quest for Cooperative Solutions, New Delhi, K W Publishers
Ø Kim, W.C., & Mauborgne, R.,(2017),Blue Ocean Leadership, Brighton, Havard Bussiness Press
Ø Kim, W.C., & Mauborgne, R., (2015), Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make the Competition Irrelevant, Brighton, Havard Bussiness Press
Ø Alpers, Edward A(2014). The Indian Ocean in World History. New York: Oxford University Press
Ø Bose,S., (2009 ), A Hundred Horizons: The Indian Ocean in the Age of Global Empire, Harvard ,Harvard University Press,
Ø Forbes,A., (2008), Managing International Shipping ,New Delhi, K M Publishers with National Maritime Foundation
Ø Prakash,A., (2008), Commonality of Maritime Challenges, New Delhi, K W Publishers with National Maritime Foundation
Ø Rao,P.V.,ed. (2003), India and Indian Ocean: In the Twilight of the Millenium, New Delhi, South Asian Publishers
