Class 12 Political Science Chapter 4 India's external relations Full explanation with notes for CBSE
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India's foreign policy is shaped by international contacts, operational principles, and its emergence as a new nation after World War 2. The chapter emphasizes Nehru's role in promoting non-alignment and balancing relationships with superpowers, as well as India's significant conflicts with neighboring countries and its involvement in international movements like the Non-Alignment Movement.
Insights
- India's foreign policy is deeply rooted in principles of sovereignty, security, and peace promotion, shaped by historical events like World War 2 and the challenges of partition and poverty alleviation.
- The Non-Alignment Movement, spearheaded by Nehru, showcased India's efforts to balance relationships with superpowers, promote Afro-Asian unity, and support anti-colonization struggles, while also navigating conflicts with neighbors like Pakistan and China through treaties like the Indus Waters Treaty and the Panchsheel Agreement.
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