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Background
Overview
Understanding global energy security and the role of geopolitical chokepoints is crucial for analyzing international relations, India's foreign policy, economic stability, inflation management, and strategic planning related to energy resources. It links geography, economics, and geopolitics, which are core UPSC themes.
Global energy security refers to the uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price. Geopolitical chokepoints are narrow maritime passages or land routes that are critical for global trade and energy flows, making them strategically vulnerable to disruptions.