Did Nehru's focus on non-alignment weaken India?
The policy of non-alignment, which we pursued with conviction, was not about isolation but about maintaining our independence in foreign affairs. In the context of the Cold War, it was a deliberate choice to steer clear of military blocs, allowing India to forge its own path and to engage with all nations on its own terms. We remember that the newly independent nations needed space to develop without being drawn into superpower rivalries. This policy enabled us to act as a voice for the developing world and to pursue our national interests freely, fostering peace and cooperation. It was a pragmatic strategy, grounded in the understanding of geopolitical realities and our desire for self-determination.
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