Critically assess India’s strategic engagement with the landlocked states of South Asia. In the specific case of Nepal, how have the increasing roles of external powers such as China, the United States, and the European Union influenced India’s strategic calculations and regional interests?

India’s Strategic Engagement with the Landlocked States of South Asia: A Critical Assessment with Special Reference to Nepal and the Role of External Powers Introduction India’s strategic engagement with the landlocked states of South Asia—Nepal, Bhutan, and Afghanistan (prior to the Taliban’s takeover)—forms a vital component of its regional security doctrine, economic diplomacy, and neighbourhood-first … Continue reading Critically assess India’s strategic engagement with the landlocked states of South Asia. In the specific case of Nepal, how have the increasing roles of external powers such as China, the United States, and the European Union influenced India’s strategic calculations and regional interests?

Given recent advancements in nuclear weapons capabilities among India’s neighboring states, is there a strategic imperative for India to recalibrate its national defence posture and military doctrine?

Given Recent Advancements in Nuclear Weapons Capabilites Among India’s Neighbouring States, Is There a Strategic Imperative for India to Recalibrate Its National Defence Posture and Military Doctrine? Introduction India’s national defence posture and military doctrine have traditionally been shaped by a combination of strategic restraint, credible deterrence, and conventional military preparedness. Its nuclear doctrine—anchored in … Continue reading Given recent advancements in nuclear weapons capabilities among India’s neighboring states, is there a strategic imperative for India to recalibrate its national defence posture and military doctrine?

From Nehruvian Foundations to Neoliberalism: The Transformation of Indian Foreign Policy Introduction Indian foreign policy has undergone a significant transformation since independence, shifting from its Nehruvian roots of non-alignment, moral diplomacy, and Third World solidarity to a neoliberal approach focused on economic pragmatism, trade liberalization, and global integration. This shift, driven by economic reforms, strategic … Continue reading Would you agree that Indian foreign policy has evolved from its Nehruvian foundations to a more neoliberal approach in recent decades? Support your response with relevant examples.