How does India’s engagement in United Nations peacekeeping operations reflect the interplay of its strategic interests, normative commitments to multilateralism and international peace, and the operational challenges it faces in contemporary global conflict zones?

India’s Participation in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations: Strategic, Normative, and Operational Dimensions Introduction India’s participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations (UNPKOs) stands out as one of the most consistent and significant contributions to global peace and security by any member state. As one of the largest troop-contributing countries (TCCs) since the inception of UN peacekeeping, … Continue reading How does India’s engagement in United Nations peacekeeping operations reflect the interplay of its strategic interests, normative commitments to multilateralism and international peace, and the operational challenges it faces in contemporary global conflict zones?

Analyze the extent to which India’s foreign policy in the post-Cold War era has been shaped by a neoliberal outlook, with reference to its strategic partnerships, economic diplomacy, engagement with global institutions, and alignment with market-oriented global governance norms.

India’s Foreign Policy in the Post–Cold War Era: A Neoliberal Turn? Introduction India’s foreign policy in the post–Cold War period has undergone a significant transformation, moving from the ideological non-alignment of the Nehruvian era toward a more pragmatic and globally engaged posture. Central to this transformation has been the growing imprint of neoliberalism—a framework emphasizing … Continue reading Analyze the extent to which India’s foreign policy in the post-Cold War era has been shaped by a neoliberal outlook, with reference to its strategic partnerships, economic diplomacy, engagement with global institutions, and alignment with market-oriented global governance norms.

Assessing the Basis and Challenges of India’s Claim for a Permanent Seat in the United Nations Security Council Introduction India’s long-standing aspiration for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is rooted in its evolving role as a major global actor, its contributions to international peace and development, and the growing calls … Continue reading India’s bid for a UNSC permanent seat reflects its global aspirations. Explore the merits, structural hurdles, and geopolitical challenges in this balanced analysis.