Indian Foreign Policy

Why it matters

• Maintains strategic autonomy by balancing relationships with major global powers while pursuing a multi-aligned approach.
• Promotes regional stability and connectivity through initiatives focused on neighboring countries and the Indian Ocean Region.
• Advocates for the reform of multilateral institutions to better reflect contemporary geopolitical realities and the interests of the Global South.
• Leverages economic diplomacy to secure energy resources, attract foreign investment, and expand market access for domestic industries.

How it is asked

Focus on the evolution from non-alignment to multi-alignment, the shift toward economic-centric diplomacy, and the management of bilateral relations with major powers versus immediate neighbors.