The ongoing internal crisis in Myanmar is impeding India's Act East Policy. In light of the state-ment, discuss the measures taken by India to deal with the crisis and associated challenges.

Myanmar is a key player which lies at the intersection of India's Act East Policy and Neighborhood policy. However, military coup in Myanmar has posed significant diplomatic dilemma for India. Measures Taken: - Wait and watch policy - Extending diplomatic channels with the ruling Junta. - Assertiveness on restitution against Myanmar in UN. - Diplomatic Deftness in handling criticism

Challenges: - Democracy deficit in Myanmar - Refugee influx for North East especially Manipur - Border security issues trafficking - Spillover effect of instability in Myanmar Hence, Gujral Doctrine principle of non-reciprocal magnanimity need to be followed to manage the challenges in the neighborhood.