BCS
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ফলাফল: সুপারিশপ্রাপ্ত (BCS Foreign Affairs)
৪৬তম বিসিএস ভাইভা অভিজ্ঞতা - এস. এম. নাসির উদ্দিন
প্রার্থী: S. M. Nasir Uddin
বিষয়: Pharmacy
জেলা: N/A
বোর্ড: N/A
ক্যাডার পছন্দের তালিকা
1. BCS Foreign Affairs
2. BCS Administration
বোর্ডের প্রশ্ন ও উত্তর
প্র
Chairman
You are Mr. S.M. Nasir Uddin. Graduated from JnU in Pharmacy. Now working as a Senior Officer at Bangladesh Krishi Bank.
প্র
Candidate
Yes, Sir.
প্র
Board Member 1
Oh, I see you are also recommended in the 45th BCS Administration Cadre. Congratulations.
প্র
Candidate
Thank you, Sir. (With a smiling face)
প্র
Board Member 1
What is your first choice?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, BCS Foreign Affairs.
প্র
Board Member 1
Why is BCS Foreign Affairs your first choice?
প্র
Candidate
I emphasized my interest in geopolitics, my long-cherished desire to represent my country on the world stage, promoting Bangladesh’s history and culture and building bridges between our culture and the global community, connecting with the Bangladeshi diaspora, and being part of the challenges Bangladesh will face after graduating from LDC status and beyond.
প্র
Board Member 1
What extra effort have you given to be selected as a BCS Foreign Affairs Cadre?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, as I mentioned before, I have a keen interest in geopolitics. That’s why I have been preparing myself for a long time to understand international politics and relations between nations. I am glad to inform you that I habitually read think tank websites and listen to podcasts regarding developing stories and in-depth analyses of contemporary global issues.
প্র
Board Member 1
Mention some think tank websites you follow.
প্র
Candidate
I follow Project Syndicate, Atlantic Council, Council on Foreign Relations, Russian International Affairs Council, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, etc.
প্র
Board Member 1
Think that you are a representative of Bangladesh to the WTO summit. How will you represent Bangladesh, and which topics will you highlight?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, as a representative of Bangladesh to the WTO, I would highlight our strong economic growth, export competitiveness—especially in the RMG sector—and our commitment to fair, inclusive, and sustainable trade. I would emphasize the need for special support for LDC graduation, climate-vulnerable economies, and improved market access, while advocating for rules-based multilateralism and digital trade opportunities.
প্র
Board Member 1
For any negotiation, how will you manage?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, in this regard, I would always try to ensure my country’s interest first. If compromise is needed, I will make sure an equivalent benefit is achieved from my counterpart.
প্র
Board Member 1
What is the Vienna Convention?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, the Vienna Convention is a set of norms regarding diplomatic relations between countries.
প্র
Board Member 1
In which year was it adopted?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, in 1861.
প্র
Board Member 1
No.
প্র
Candidate
Sorry, Sir. In 1961.
প্র
Board Member 1
Yes. Now tell me what are the benefits diplomats get according to the Vienna Convention?
প্র
Candidate
I mentioned benefits like first-class citizen privileges in the receiving country, exemption from municipal taxes, security of residence, freedom of movement and communication, diplomatic immunity, etc.
প্র
Board Member 1
In which case would a diplomat not get diplomatic immunity?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, in incidents like espionage, a diplomat may be expelled. Although, according to the Vienna Convention, diplomatic immunity is not waived, the diplomat is banned from the host country.
প্র
Chairman
In which year did the First World War end?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, in 1918.
প্র
Chairman
What are the treaties signed to end the First World War?
প্র
Candidate
I only mentioned the Treaty of Versailles with Germany.
প্র
Chairman
Why did Russia leave the war, and with which treaty?
প্র
Candidate
I couldn’t answer and apologized. (I couldn’t mention the internal revolution and the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk with Germany.)
প্র
Chairman
When China–Taiwan tensions rise, why does Japan engage more with the USA?
প্র
Candidate
Sir, there are some strategic reasons: 1. Security Issues: Japan engages closely with the USA’s Indo-Pacific strategy. It is also a member of QUAD. Any potential security threats in this region concern both countries, whose aim is to maintain peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. 2. Trade-Related Aspects: The Taiwan Strait is a crucial sea route for trade and energy supply for Japan. 3. Balance of Power: Japan’s closer relations with the USA counterbalance China’s growing military and regional influence.
প্র
Board Member 2
What is a floating rate?
প্র
Candidate
A floating rate is an interest rate that changes over time based on a reference rate, instead of staying fixed.
প্র
Board Member 2
What is the national budget of Bangladesh?
প্র
Candidate
The national budget of Bangladesh for FY 2025–26 is approximately Tk 7.90 lakh crore.
প্র
Board Member 2
Surplus or deficit budgets: which one is better for Bangladesh, and why?
প্র
Candidate
For a developing economy like Bangladesh, a deficit budget is better because it stimulates the economy, creates jobs, and increases investment. Moreover, it allows funding for urgent social and infrastructure projects.
প্র
Chairman
What are Bangladesh’s diplomatic successes and failures after the 1971 War of Independence?
প্র
Candidate
I highlighted the following points: Successes: 1. International recognition as a sovereign state by most UN member states. 2. Became a member of the United Nations (1974). 3. Strengthened ties with friendly countries for economic and security support. 4. Advocated successfully for repatriation of prisoners of war and war crimes accountability. 5. Joined the Commonwealth, NAM, SAARC, and other regional organizations, boosting international legitimacy. Failures: 1. Difficulty in balancing relations between superpowers during the Cold War. 2. Delayed recognition by some major countries (e.g., USA, Saudi Arabia, China initially).
প্র
Chairman
Ok, Mr. Nasir. Your viva is over. We wish you all the best. Please collect your papers.
প্র
Candidate
Thank you, Sir. As-salamu Alaikum.