Source- The post is based on the article “Indian philosophy can guide the world in these troubled times” published in the “The Indian Express” on 13th April 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Indian culture Relevance– Indian philosophy News– Indian civilization, unlike its Persian or Roman counterparts, survived waves of invasions. Its philosophy has empowered it to withstand… Continue reading Indian philosophy can guide the world in these troubled times
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NAM at 60 marks an age of Non alignment
News: The birth anniversary of Nehru reminds of 60 years of NAM. This concept of NAM can be traced to the policy of Switzerland in 1814-15 Vienna congress. Read more: Non Aligned Movement(NAM) What is Nehru’s version of NAM? 1. Believed that world problems are interlinked, and it is for One World that free India should… Continue reading NAM at 60 marks an age of Non alignment
Is the Indian foreign-policy ship changing course?: About India-Afghanistan relations
Synopsis: India announced hosting a summit on Afghanistan. This opens up many opportunities and new dimensions to India’s foreign policy. Contents1 Introduction2 Why this conference is significant?3 How does it impact India-Pakistan relations?4 What challenges led to this conference? Introduction Recently, India announced an international conference on Afghanistan in the second week of November. While… Continue reading Is the Indian foreign-policy ship changing course?: About India-Afghanistan relations
A shadow foreign policy for the first time
Synopsis: A new research paper has emerged which offers some directions for alternatives to India’s foreign policy. Introduction For the first time, a document has emerged from the Centre for Policy Research (CPR) named ‘India’s Path to Power: Strategy in a world adrift’. It is authored by eight well-known strategists and thinkers and provides foreign… Continue reading A shadow foreign policy for the first time
A strategy for India in a world that is adrift
Synopsis: As the global order shifts with the rising of China and the relative decline of the USA, India must act resolutely to secure its place in the global order. Contents1 Introduction2 The multipolar world3 What are the challenges & opportunities for India?4 How reviving SAARC will be beneficial for India?5 What is the way… Continue reading A strategy for India in a world that is adrift
Four geopolitical developments and a window of opportunity for India
Synopsis: China’s hardships and other significant events around the globe boosts India’s economic prospects Contents1 Introduction2 1. The withdrawal of US and NATO forces from Afghanistan and the complete takeover of the country by the Taliban.3 2. Significant domestic political changes in China4 3. The announcement of the Australia-UK and US (AUKUS) alliance5 4. The… Continue reading Four geopolitical developments and a window of opportunity for India
EU unveils Indo-Pacific strategy
What is the News? The European Union has released a new Indo-Pacific strategy for boosting economic, political and defence ties in the Indo-Pacific. Why an EU Strategy for the Indo-Pacific? The Indo-Pacific region is increasingly becoming strategically important for the EU. The EU is already the top investor, the leading development cooperation partner and one… Continue reading EU unveils Indo-Pacific strategy
The strategic signal of an Indian presence in the South China Sea
Source: This post is based on the article “The strategic signal of an Indian presence in the South China Sea” published in The Livemint on 31th August 2021. Relevance: This article explains India’s presence in the South China Sea. Synopsis India’s naval manoeuvres in the South China Sea annoy China, but such bold signalling plays… Continue reading The strategic signal of an Indian presence in the South China Sea
An unworthy Chinese example that India ought not to emulate
Source: Live Mint Relevance: Economic policies of India Synopsis: India shouldn’t become too much restrictive to business by trying to copy recent policy actions of Chinese government. Contents1 Background2 China’s recent crackdown on large businesses3 What are the reasons for such actions?4 Why India shouldn’t copy China’s present actions?5 Way forward Background China’s crackdown on businesses… Continue reading An unworthy Chinese example that India ought not to emulate
India’s fate is tied to the rest of the world
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Evolution of India’s foreign policy. Synopsis: It was through its global interactions, India defined itself throughout its history as an independent nation Contents1 India and the world2 After independence3 After Cold War4 Implications for India India and the world India’s fate has been closely tied to the rest of the world.… Continue reading India’s fate is tied to the rest of the world
