Discuss the geopolitical significance of Afghanistan for India in the context of continental connectivity and access to Central Asia. How has the altered political landscape post-2021 affected India's connectivity and energy corridor ambitions? (Answer in 250 words)
Main Body
India & Afghanistan has had historic & cultural significance based on the Gandhar - Bharat Sambandha. Its geostrategic significance has made India to chore pragmatism in its relations.
Geostategic significance:
Post 2021 implications:
(A) India's connectivity: Stalling of development projects like Zarang-Delaram highway.
(B) Avoid Afghanistan route for trade through INSTC and Atagabad agreement to stable Afghanistan.
Reciprocal calibration with Telibay for energy interest, forward pragmatism idealism.
[Diagram included showing interconnected steps with arrows linking: "Dialogue with Telibay", "Reciprocal calibration", "Impetus on human rights", "Called diplomacy", "Support people of Pakistan", and other policy considerations]
Conclusion
Hence India-Afg relations need to be strengthened from both side for mutual benefit.
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Diagram
A circular/web diagram showing interconnected steps for India-Afghanistan policy considerations, with 'Steps to be taken' at the center, connected by arrows to: Dialogue with Telibay, Reciprocal calibration, Impetus on human rights, Called diplomacy, Forward pragmatism idealism, Served on cricket support, and people of Pakistan.
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Effect of Policies of Developed/Developing Countries and Indian Diaspora
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