Question

Write the objectives of India’s foreign policy.

Answer 1

(Instructions - Write the answer in points with a brief introduction in not more than 120 words)

Ans: The objectives of foreign policy of India are-

1. To maintain international peace and security
2. To maintain just and honourable relations between nations.
3. To foster respect for international law and treaty obligations in the dealings of organised people with one another.
4. To propagate the peaceful and political settlement of international disputes.
5. To ensure that the defence and security of India is not compromised.
6. To protect the unity and integrity of the country.
7. To protect the interests of India’s citizens living in other countries. This responsibility is fulfilled by the Indian embassies there.
8. To establish economic and commercial relations with other countries for achieving economic development of India.

The important objectives of India’s foreign policy include preservation of national interest, achievement of world peace, disarmament, independence for Afro-Asian nations.