Position paper for India
| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | Reducing space threats through norms, rules and principles of responsible behaviours |
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| Over the last 60 or so years, more and more states have moved to explore and research the
nature and makeup of outer space. Thus far, states and independent actors have only done this
in an effort to further develop mankind. The Republic of India would see to it that this remains
the same, and that no actors can use space travel to further their own interests or become
detrimental to mankind at large.
The Republic of India has a long history of holding this position. From as early as 1967, with the Outer Space Treaty, India has been in favor of using and exploring space for exclusively peaceful purposes, and outlawing the claiming of space by any state. Again in 1972, India signed the Liability Convention, stating that any given state is responsible for any damage caused by objects they launch into space, as well as compensation for damages. These are positions that the Republic of India intends to reinforce. With the advancement of technology, it is only to be expected that states and independent actors can launch more objects into orbit or onto other celestial bodies. As such, it is more important than ever to reevaluate old treaties signed and write new treaties to ensure that the behaviors of actors in the new age are in the interest of the world at large, as mankind begins to travel into the cosmos. Treaties to confirm that travel into space are to further peace, science, and technology, and prevent any further contamination of Earth's atmosphere with debris by monetarily punishing those who leave scrap in their wake. It is the responsibility of all states to make sure that space is utilized to its fullest potential in the interest of the world, not an individual state or independent actor. | |
| Committee: | GA First |
| Topic: | The illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in all its aspects |
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| The Republic of India has had many conflicts in years past, and with the border disputes of
neighboring states, it becomes more important than ever to track and manage the trade of small
arms and light weapons (SALW). While actions have been taken to prevent more specially made
weapons, this has opened the door for SALW to flood the streets, leading to hundreds of
needless deaths that could have been prevented.
The Republic of India has been a victim of the SALW trade for years, from fighting between ethnic and religious groups within its borders to the actions of other actors that have been funding and supporting terrorist organizations, and not securing their borders properly as the terrorist actors encroach on the Republic of Indiaâs borders. The Republic of India would like to focus efforts on the tracking and registration of SALW, as well as modifications made to them, some of which would need to be outlawed, especially those that prevent or hinder the tracking of such weapons. The Republic of India would also like to draw attention to the manufacturing of SALW, which, up until now, has gone more or less unchecked in the place of those who would buy them. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Role of the United Nations in promoting development in the context of globalization and interdependence |
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| The Republic of India is currently the fourth fastest growing economy in the world, because of that they are dedicated to promoting development in hand with globalization. In doing so technology, trade, and infrastructure can excel for the future of the citizens. The Republic of India faces malnourishment and economic inequalities as roadblocks to development. Globalization can allow for countries to assist each other in developing, as well as strengthening trade and international relations. With the idea of globalization in mind the Republic of India supports the growth of BRICS and allies. The Republic of India also supports eradicating poverty through equitable globalization, and climate actions. This helps the country instill a role as a global development partner for years to come. This is shown as the Republic of India has voted in favor of a resolution supporting development and globalization. Alongside that the Republic of Indiaâs Ministry of External Affairs review from 2020 discusses improvements in healthcare and an overall vision of development within the United Nations. The Republic of India looks to expand trade and development towards a future of shared prosperity. | |
| Committee: | GA Second |
| Topic: | Protection of global climate for present and future generations of humankind |
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| Because of the economic challenges the country faces from the rapidly changing climate, the Republic of India is dedicated to the continued efforts of protecting the global climate so that future generations may flourish in an economically secure environment. The Republic of India has been subject to an increased frequency of natural disasters and climate refugees from neighboring states. Local air pollution has been affecting Indiaâs economy as well with billions of dollars being lost annually from the Republic of Indiaâs GDP. With the many negative effects of climate change, the Republic of India supports investments into green renewable energy to lower the costs for developing nations rather than relying on fossil fuels to avoid the issues it has faced. With commitments to improving the environment already in place by being a signatory in the Paris Climate Agreement, the Republic of India looks forward to expanding on efforts within the agreement. The Republic of India views economic policies being implemented as incredibly important as much of our economy depends on agriculture which depends on the climate being stable. The Republic of India is looking forward to working with other states on a plan towards making a more stable agricultural economy for all states, not just those who are the most heavily affected by the ever-changing climate. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Universal realization of the right of peoples to self-determination |
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| The Republic of India understands the pressing importance of the right of peoples to self-
determination. WIth a long history of colonization, the Republic of India firmly believes that all
peoples and nations deserve the right to self-determination and self-governance.
The Republic of India believes self-determination of a nation against foreign domination and influence is of great importance. In the interest of national unity and risk of fragmentation, disintegration, and dismemberment of a nation, The Republic of India firmly believes that the right of self determination of independent and sovereign regions of a nation do not apply. In accordance with the United Nations Charter, Article 2(7), These matters are strictly under the jurisdiction of that regionâs national government. With the past ever present in our minds, The Republic of India has made countless strides to ensure the right of self determination to all within our borders. Despite a large and growing population, The Republic of India takes pride in our reduced dependence on imports, growing domestic manufacturing and ability for rapid mobilization and self-sufficiency in times of need. The Republic of India also firmly believes that a personâs individual self-determination is necessary and essential for the success of a nation. The General Assembly resolutions 1514 (XV) and 1541 (XV) declares that the subjugation, exploitation, and domination of a people is contrary to the UN charter and a hindrance to the goal of world peace. The Republic of India keeps these resolutions in mind as we continue to urge all member states to cease colonial rule of foreign peoples. The Republic of India looks forward to a future where all nations can exist without foreign occupation or influence. The Republic of India hopes that we can work with the 3rd General Assembly to achieve this goal. | |
| Committee: | GA Third |
| Topic: | Improvement of the situation of women and girls in rural areas |
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| The Republic of India recognizes the importance of improving women and girls quality of life in
rural areas, especially as over 60% of our population resides in non-urban areas. We
acknowledge the importance of our rural population in regards to sustaining our economy, as
well as understanding the gaps in women and girls' access to certain economic prospects,
education, and resources.
The Republic of India's objective of improving the condition of our rural areas aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5 as it concerns issues of gender based discrimination against women. We understand the importance of equal access to land ownership and resources in rural areas regardless of gender as outlined in SDG 5.a and in SDG 5.a.1. In response to concerns about gender based discrimination in rural and agricultural areas, the Republic of India has passed multiple laws to promote gender equality, and supports many efforts by the United Nation to improve the situation of women and girls in rural areas. In a 2017 General Assembly 3rd Committee meeting, India signed on to draft resolution A/RES/74/126, which outlines actions Member States should take to support marginalized rural communities in relation to access to medical, social, and educational resources, as well as forming strategies to prevent gender violence and child marriage. We have made strides towards economically supporting women and girls in agricultural communities through the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) that was passed in 2005. This act provides at least 100 days of guaranteed wage employment to every household that volunteers to do âunskilled manual workâ, which in turn certifies that women will get paid for their work. This is also a step towards eliminating gender- based work discrimination. By providing resources and outreach programs to rural areas, all nations will be able to move towards a better future. The Republic of India is committed to a solution-based response to this issue, and looks forward to working with all Member States to achieve this goal. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | Our ocean, our future, our responsibility |
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| The Republic of India understands and recognizes how essential it is to find better ways to manage clean water, especially because our rivers and oceans are so closely connected. With our long coastlines and sacred rivers, protecting water is not just an environmental duty for us; it is a moral one too. The United Nations World Water Development Report from 2022 found that almost 80% of the worldâs wastewater goes back into nature untreated. This is a huge problem, especially for coastal countries like India. To tackle this, we have created initiatives like the Namami Gange Mission, which focuses on cleaning and rejuvenating the Ganges River through pollution reduction and ecological restoration, and the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, which has made real differences in improved sanitation, a cut down on water pollution, and reduced waterborne contamination. These efforts show how committed India is to stopping pollution at its source, and they support Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water, especially Target 14.1. The Republic of India urges all Member States to adopt integrated strategies that link river conservation to marine protection, ensuring that efforts to preserve life below water begin inland and extend to the ocean for a sustainable future. | |
| Committee: | GA Plenary |
| Topic: | Strengthening of the coordination of emergency humanitarian assistance of the United Nations |
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| The Republic of India is deeply committed to providing humanitarian assistance as well as economic assistance to other member states, especially those that neighbor India. Current shifts in global politics have left humanitarian aid in an uncertain area, especially with the dismantling of USAID. This comes as natural disasters have increased in both intensity and number, as well as conflict zones becoming increasingly dangerous to deliver aid to. However, since 2024 India has committed more resources to African nations, as the Ministry for External Affairs points out India has extended humanitarian assistance to the Government and people of the Republic of Malawi, Republic of Zambia and Government, and Republic of Zimbabwe, from damages incurred by El Nino. As recently as 2023 India worked on a draft resolution with many other member states on Strengthening of the coordination of emergency humanitarian assistance of the United Nations, A/78/L.20. Which includes humanitarian aid, aid for post Covid-19 rebuilding, and assisting in disease cures and research. As a founding member of BRICS, India is one of the many nations on the rise economically, and looking to expand its influence to neighboring nations. For example, on 25 April 2025, according to the Indian Embassy in Nepal. As part of our âongoing commitment to supporting the health and well-being of the people of Nepalâ India sent $2 Million in medicine and vaccines for Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease. The Republic of India urges all Member States to adopt a resolution strengthening the coordination of emergency humanitarian assistance of the United Nations, in the spirit of the ancient Indian Tradition of âVasudhaiva Kutumbkamâ, on earth we "the world is one family.â | |
| Committee: | IAEA |
| Topic: | Nuclear security |
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| Securing nuclear activity and ensuring the safety of all nations is vital to the health of the global
community. This idea of safety reaches beyond the physical threats of nuclear weapons, but
also the danger potentiality of cyberattacks. Through the continued strengthening of nuclear
security and assessing the various ways one can secure nuclear activity, especially regarding
non-state actors, the Republic of India works to find and create a solution agreed upon by the
majority of other Member States.
Harnessing nuclear security allows for a pathway of other important ideas and factors to take root. For instance, the growth of nuclear energy can be harnessed through nuclear security, which the Republic of India intends to utilize in order to have net-zero emissions by 2070. In order to achieve this, securing nuclear safety is vital in ensuring states have safe access to these technologies. Within the Republic of India specifically, there are multiple departments and organizations within the governmental structure, such as the Department of Atomic Energy, that place regulations on nuclear energy within the Republic of India in order to ensure nuclear security within the nation. The Republic of India also works closely with the IAEA in order to increase its knowledge and combat nuclear terrorism, especially from nonstate actors. Therefore, the Republic of India hopes to achieve a consensus between the Member States present in the IAEA through resolutions strengthening the Resolution 1540 Committee, which arose from Resolution 1540 that declared states shall not support non-state actors in activity regarding nuclear weapons. Also, the Republic of India believes in investing research and defense mechanisms against cyber attacks, especially against Member States that are particularly vulnerable to them or are likely to be targeted by such attacks. | |
| Committee: | IAEA |
| Topic: | Strengthening the Agency's activities related to nuclear science, technology and applications |
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| As the popularity of harnessing nuclear power and science increases, so does creating the
necessary framework for the utilization of these technologies. The Republic of India recognizes
the importance of moving towards a renewable energy source and reducing emissions in order
to protect the environment, and it wishes to allow other Member States to move forward in the
same direction. Therefore, through the strengthening of the Agencyâs activities towards these
technologies, the global community can see a greater shift towards this new way of harnessing
energy.
The Republic of India recognizes the importance of the safe implementation of nuclear science and technologies in oneâs nation. The Republic of India recalls the importance of the Convention on Nuclear Safety (1994) that allowed for states to get licenses and established regulations, and wishes to expand on that convention and the Peaceful Uses Initiative of 2019 in order to update Member States on how to properly develop this technology due to its rapidly changing nature. The Republic of India also wishes to focus on its applications of nuclear technologies to counter- terrorism efforts with peaceful nuclear technology. As such, The Republic of India seeks to create resolutions with the Member States of the IAEA that work to reduce carbon emissions in the atmosphere, and is willing to bring their experience as the worldâs second largest domestic builder of nuclear power plants, and to help create sustainable uses of energy through this technology. The Republic of India also wishes to further expand the Agencyâs nuclear science applications and to help Member States with less access to nuclear technology. | |
| Committee: | CND |
| Topic: | Promoting alternative development as a development-oriented drug control strategy that is sustainable and inclusive |
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| Millions of people around the world are adversely affected by illicit narcotic drug cultivation
annually. As a result, drug trafficking, organized crime, and terrorism rise from illicit drug
cultivation, causing damage to many communities and people around the world. India
recognizes that this cultivation has been on the rise since the mid-20th century, and has
integrated itself into economic, social, and cultural areas across the globe. We also support the
UNODC in providing alternative development and livelihood opportunities to illicit crop farmers.
India has taken many steps forward to intercept trafficking routes, strategize against narcotic
drug-related crime, and reduce illicit drug cultivation.
India takes a strong stance against the trafficking of illegal substances and has been committed on the international level to this position. As a member of the United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (1988), drafting committee, we have and continue to reaffirm our commitment to stopping trafficking, especially from economically unstable countries, both from nations bordering our own and other nations around the globe. Additionally, at the Convention on Psychotropic Substances (1971), the delegation from India was one of nine delegations named vice president at this conference. The conference established the class level system for Psychotropic Substances. The classes were as follows Schedule I: Brolamfetamine, Cathinone, (+)-Lysergide Schedule II: Amfetamine, Dexamfetamine, Fenetylline Schedule III: Amobarbital, Buprenorphine, Butalbital Schedule IV: Allobarbital, Alprazolam, Amfepramone In addition, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), established in 1986, has taken a leading role in enforcing previous UN resolutions regarding drug control in India. | |
| Committee: | CND |
| Topic: | Promoting comprehensive and scientific evidence-based early prevention |
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| In accordance with Indiaâs Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act of 1985, and
using the previous classifications highlighted in the Convention on Psychotropic Substances
(1971), India has been moving forward to prevent narcotic drug and psychotropic substance
production, sale, usage, etc. The NDPS Act aims to implement the regulations of the
International Drug Conventions. This includes, but is not limited to, combating abuse and
preventing illicit traffic. Since 1985, there have been amendments made to include Essential
Narcotic Drugs (ENDs) to ensure access to medical narcotics. Similarly, our Drug De-Addiction
Program (DDAP), established in 1988, aims to provide not only rehabilitation services, but also to
conduct research and provide training to doctors in the drug de-addiction area. We strive to
provide rehabilitation services that are affordable, accessible, and evidence-based.
India reaffirms that it is necessary to ensure proper early prevention measures of drug abuse, concerning psychotropic substances and narcotic drugs. We understand and will continue to hold commitments to drug control treaties. India also reaffirms its commitment to stem the production of illicit drug crops and expresses its complete support in rehabilitating the communities that rely on this income, particularly in developing or unstable nations. Ultimately, India has upheld its commitment to international drug treaties and will continue to push for the further prevention of production, distribution, and or consumption of psychotropic substances and narcotic drugs. We believe that regulation is vital to continue efforts in this regard. | |
| Committee: | COI-2005 |
| Topic: | Commission of Inquiry on Darfur |
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| A major issue facing the Commission of Inquiry of 2005 is the conflict in Darfur. Ethnic and political marginalization has caused a series of violence across the western Darfur region of Sudan. Non-governmental organizations such as the Equality Movement (JEM) and the Sudan Liberation Movement (SLM) have launched uprisings claiming oppression of African minority groups in the Darfur territory. According to Amnesty International, the Sudanese government corroborated with local Arab militias known as the Janjaweed to carry out terror attacks against the Zaghawa, Masalit, and Fur. Resolutions such as the 2004 Report of the Secretary-General on The Sudan (S/RES/1564) urged the need to âincrease [the United Nations] monitoring presence in Darfur.â The 1948 United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (CPPCG) points out the intentional destruction of a people or ethnic group. This gives rise to questions over the validity of claims over the Sudanese governmentâs ties to the Janjaweed as well as the objective of the Janjaweed in spreading panic and destruction. The Republic of India wants the Commision of Inquiry to answer this: Did actions in Darfur meet the definition of genocide under the 1948 United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide? | |
| Committee: | COI-2005 |
| Topic: | Commission of Experts to Review the Prosecution of Serious Violations of Human Rights in Timor-Leste (then East Timor) in 1999 |
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| A second major issue facing the Commission of Inquiry of 2005 is the debate over the independence or integration of East Timor into Indonesia. Originally under Dutch and Portuguese colonial rule, the Revolutionary Front for an Independent East Timor declared independence on 28 November 1975. On 7 December 1975, the Indonesian military carried out Operation Seroja, claiming East Timor as Indonesiaâs twenty-seventh province. In 1999, an Indonesian led-United Nations sponsored referendum was held expressing support for an independent East Timor. Between September and October 1999, elements of the Indonesian military allegedly corroborated with pro-Indonesian militias to forcibly invade the island. According to Amnesty International, thirty percent of East Timorâs population fled or were deported while militia forces carried out a violent, ravenous invasion. Order returned to the island after the United Nations authorized the deployment of the International Force for East Timor (INTERFET). The Republic of India inquires to what extent the military corroborated with local militia forces and to what extent these violent policies were carried out? How can the Commission of Inquiry review the International Bill of Human Rights to determine the possibility and extent of human rights violations? | |
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