What is India's Foreign Policy Principles?
The fundamental guidelines, objectives, and values that shape India's interactions with other countries and international organizations. These principles have evolved over time but consistently aim to protect national interests, promote peace, and contribute to a just and equitable global order.
Historical Background
Rooted in India's ancient civilizational values (Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - the world is one family) and shaped by its colonial past, the freedom struggle, and the vision of its founding fathers, particularly Jawaharlal Nehru. Key phases include the Cold War era (Non-Alignment), post-Cold War (economic liberalization, Look East Policy), and the contemporary period (multipolarity, strategic autonomy, multi-alignment).