Question

What are the measures taken up by India to eradicate economic inequality?

Answer 1

Instructions: Give the steps taken by India post-cold war to help the newly decolonised nations.

Solution:

• India adhered to a non-alignment policy during the cold war period and believed in reducing inequality.
• In the past, countries under imperialistic powers' control suffered from backwardness and were referred to as 'Third World Countries.
• After attaining independence, these countries attempted to achieve development.
• But they had a lot of hurdles to cross in science, technology, agriculture, transportation, education, health, and many other areas that need development.
• India tried to channel monetary help to these Third World Countries.