India’s Role in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations: Between Normative Leadership and Strategic Aspiration Abstract India has been one of the largest, most consistent, and normatively committed contributors to United Nations peacekeeping operations (UNPKOs) since their inception. Its engagement reflects a blend of historical commitment to multilateralism, operational leadership, and strategic aspiration for a more prominent … Continue reading Critically examine India’s role in United Nations peacekeeping operations, highlighting its historical contributions, operational leadership, and normative commitment to multilateralism. Analyze how India’s participation reflects its strategic interests, soft power diplomacy, and aspirations for a greater role in global governance, while also addressing the challenges faced in terms of mandate clarity, resource constraints, and recognition in UN decision-making structures.