Chapter 5: Indian Foreign Policy

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1. 1

   The Foundation Of Indian Foreign Policy (1947-1950)

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   This section explores the foundational elements of Indian foreign policy...

2. 1.1

   Jawaharlal Nehru’s Vision Of Foreign Policy

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   Jawaharlal Nehru's vision of foreign policy laid the foundation for India's...

3. 1.2

   Non-Alignment Movement (Nam)

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   The Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) was a strategic policy adopted by India,...

4. 1.3

   Support For The United Nations

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   India's foreign policy has been characterized by strong support for the...

5. 2

   Relations With Neighboring Countries

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   This section examines India's complex relations with its neighboring...

6. 2.1

   Pakistan

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   The section discusses the historically strained relations between India and...

7. 2.1.1

   Indo-Pak War Of 1965

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   The Indo-Pak War of 1965 was a pivotal conflict between India and Pakistan...

8. 2.1.2

   Bangladesh Liberation War (1971)

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   The Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 was a pivotal moment in India’s...

9. 2.2

   China

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   The section on China discusses the historical and contemporary relations...

10. 2.3

    Sri Lanka And Nepal

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    This section discusses India's relationships with its neighbors Sri Lanka...

11. 3

    India’s Foreign Relations During The Cold War (1947-1991)

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    This section discusses the key aspects of India's foreign relations during...

12. 3.1

    India And The Superpowers

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    This section explores India’s foreign policy during the Cold War,...

13. 3.2

    Support For Decolonization

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    India's foreign policy under Nehru strongly supported decolonization efforts...

14. 3.3

    The 1971 Indo-Pak War And Bangladesh

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    The 1971 Indo-Pak war resulted in the creation of Bangladesh and signified a...

15. 4

    Economic Diplomacy And Global Trade Relations

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    This section discusses India's economic diplomacy, particularly its...

16. 4.1

    Economic Engagement In The Global South

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    This section discusses India's economic diplomacy in the Global South,...

17. 4.2

    India’s Policy Towards The Global South

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    India's engagement with the Global South emphasizes mutual support and...

18. 4.3

    India’s Look East Policy (1990s)

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    India's Look East Policy initiated in the 1990s aimed to enhance economic...

19. 5

    The 1990s And The Post-Cold War World Order

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    The section discusses India's foreign policy shifts in the 1990s,...

20. 5.1

    End Of The Cold War And New Strategic Partnerships

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    Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, India navigated a new world...

21. 5.2

    India’s Nuclear Policy

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    India's Nuclear Policy reflects its commitment to nuclear non-proliferation...

22. 6

    India’s Foreign Policy Under The Leadership Of Rajiv Gandhi (1984-1989)

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    The section details Rajiv Gandhi's efforts to modernize India's foreign...

23. 6.1

    Rajiv Gandhi’s Vision

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    Rajiv Gandhi, as Prime Minister from 1984 to 1989, sought to modernize...

24. 6.2

    Strengthening Ties With The U.s. And The Soviet Union

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    This section discusses India's attempts under Rajiv Gandhi to improve...

25. 6.3

    India’s Role In Global Disarmament

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    This section examines India's significant advocacy and efforts towards...

26. 7

    Key Principles Of India’s Foreign Policy

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    India’s foreign policy is guided by its commitment to non-alignment,...

27. 7.1

    Non-Alignment

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    The Non-Alignment movement has been a cornerstone of India's foreign policy,...

28. 7.2

    Peaceful Coexistence

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    The principle of peaceful coexistence is a key aspect of Indian foreign...

29. 7.3

    Support For Multilateralism

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    India champions multilateralism in global diplomacy, advocating for...

30. 7.4

    Strategic Autonomy

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    Strategic autonomy in Indian foreign policy reflects India's commitment to...