When we say that India follows a policy of non-alignment, it means _______________.

India has no military alliances with countries of either bloc or indeed with any nation

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India has an independent approach to foreign policy

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India attempts to maintain friendly relations with all countries

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All of these

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Solution

The correct option is B All of these
Features of non-alignment policy are as follows:-
1. Mutual non-interference in domestic affairs.
2. India has no military alliances with other countries of either bloc or indeed with any nation.
3. India has an independent approach to foreign policy.
4. India attempts to maintain friendly relations with all countries.
5. Mutual respect for each other's territorial integrity and sovereignty.

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