Question

Describe the salient features of Indian foreign policy​

Answer 1

Explanation:

1. FOREIGN POLICY

A foreign policy is a set of political goals that define how a sovereign country will interact with other countries of the world. The execution of this policy involves deepening political, socio-cultural and trade and defence ties between countries, as well as participating in multi-lateral forums involving many countries.

2. PANCHSHEEL - FOREIGN POLICY

Panchsheel resolutions of 1955:

(1) Mutual respect for each other's territorial integrity and sovereignty

(2) Mutual non-aggression

(3) Mutual non-interference in each other's internal affairs

(4) Equality and mutual benefit

(5) Peaceful coexistence.

3. NON-ALIGNMENT MOVEMENT

The Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) is based on neutrality and not aligning with military blocs. This concept grew during Cold War and most of the participants were newly independent countries. These countries signed Panchsheel resolutions in 1955 at Bandung in Indonesia. The Panchsheel became the base of NAM. The first NAM summit was held at Belgrade in 1961.

4. CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISION FOR INDIA'S FOREIGN POLICY

Article 51 of the Indian Constitution directs to adopt the foreign policy which upholds international law and co-existence. Right from the time of Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, India argued for disarmament to maintain peaceful co-operation.

5. BASIC PRINCIPLES OF INDIA'S FOREIGN POLICY

The basic principles of India's foreign policy are as follows:

(1) Panchsheel principles

(2) Non-alignment

(3) Against colonialism

(4) Against racial discrimination

(5) Disarmament