Question 19GS2GS2
The deepening China-Russia strategic relationship has been described as the 'most consequential undeclared alliance in the world'. How can this alliance impact India's national interest? What strategies should India adopt to protect its interests? (Answer in 250 words)
Main Body
Russia and China have recently declared those 'friendship without limit'. This is in a month prior to Russian invasion of Ukraine. Most consequential undeclared alliance of the worldBiggest combined military of Both are among 3 super powers (US, Russia, China) Ideological convergence Communism Countering Western hegemony & NATO
Impact of alliance on India's national interest (1) Russia - China - Pakistan Axisi Military & Strategic nightmare for Indiaii Balancing friend kursa with adversary Chinaiii Silence and non-support from Russia during India's wariv Too much dependence on Russia militarily (56% defence import)v Post Ukraine WarRise in China's statue to big brother in India's national interest - Strategies: (1) Russia - China - Pakistan Axisi Countering acquiesces of Chinaii Territorialist Sovereigntyiii Guardianship with Russia (old ally)iv Need for Russian Vetov Kashmir issuevi Rules based would order
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Conclusion
India must balance its strategic relationships by strengthening ties with Russia while diversifying partnerships with Western democracies. A rules-based international order and multilateral engagement are essential to counter the China-Russia alliance's impact on India's national interests.
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Table showing impact of alliance on India's national interest with three columns: Russia-China-Pakistan Axis, Biggest combined military of Both, and Ideological convergence
Topper
Pakshal Secretary
AIR 82090secretry
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Effect of Policies of Developed/Developing Countries and Indian Diaspora
International Relations
China-Russia strategic alliance and India's national interest
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