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9 July 2026

Indian diaspora in Australia

The Indian diaspora is a specific, recurring theme in the UPSC syllabus, and its evolving strategic role in Australia-India relations directly impacts India's foreign policy and soft power objectives.

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Notes

  • The Indian diaspora is now Australia's largest overseas-born community, surpassing the England-born population.
  • The bilateral relationship has evolved from the 'three Cs' (Cricket, Curry, Commonwealth) to the 'four Ds' (Democracy, Defence, Diaspora, Dosti).
  • India and Australia are key members of the Quad, an informal security grouping focused on the Indo-Pacific region.
  • Significant Indian professional migration to Australia began in the 1960s and 1970s following the end of the 'White Australia Policy'.
  • Recent migration cohorts (post-2014) are noted for strong ties to India through family, business, remittances, and nationalist identity.
  • The diaspora faces emerging challenges, including anti-immigration sentiments and domestic political tensions in Australia.
  • There is a need for evidence-based research on the civic life and settlement experiences of the Indian diaspora to ensure social cohesion.

Questions

  1. The Indian diaspora has emerged as a significant pillar in the bilateral relations between India and Australia. Discuss how the 'four Ds' framework reflects the shifting strategic priorities in the Indo-Pacific region. 150 words
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  2. The demographic transformation of Australia due to the rising Indian diaspora presents both economic opportunities and challenges for social cohesion. Analyze the role of the diaspora as a 'soft power' asset and the necessity for evidence-based policy engagement to sustain long-term strategic partnerships. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following groupings includes both India and Australia as members, focusing on the Indo-Pacific security architecture?

  2. The 'White Australia Policy', which was dismantled in the mid-20th century, was primarily characterized by:

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