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India’s Foreign Policy

Maharashtra Board · Class 9 · History and Political Science

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Key Topics to Revise

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Foreign Policy - Meaning and Importance

  • Foreign policy is the theoretical framework in which a country makes decisions about international relations
  • Every sovereign and independent country decides its own foreign policy
  • Foreign policy determines which nations to be friendly with and what position to take in international relations
2

National Interest

  • National interest means safeguarding independence, sovereignty, and integrity of the country
  • It includes efforts for economic development and increasing national power
  • Defence is the highest national interest
3

Factors Influencing Foreign Policy

  • Geographical Location: Size, population, topography, coastline, natural resources
  • Political System: Role of parliament, federal structure, constituent states' inclinations
  • Economy: Need for trade relations, economic security, strengthening national economy
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Constitutional Framework of India's Foreign Policy

  • Article 51 of Directive Principles provides the framework
  • Priority to international peace and security
  • Resolve disputes by peaceful means

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