As the only G20 member from South Asia, the G20 leadership is an ideal opportunity for India to use it as an effective platform to amplify South Asia's voice at the global stage. Comment. (Answer in 150 words)

India assumed the G20 presidency in 2023. Given its strategic significance, India can leverage the presidency for raising South Asian concerns. 85% Global GDP. Significance of G20 grouping: 35% global trade, 2/3 of global population. Role of India in South leadership: (1) Political engagements - the 20 countries will engage in various policy related formulations in a bid to more for peace development. ii Fair negotiations & governance - Global architecture reimagining on trade, finance, global governance etc. iii Highlight limits to Non-inclusive growth - given the current unequal relations between developed & developing world. iv Climate change - induced disasters involve the recent floods in Pakistan, heat waves in India. During presidency, India can bid for an early transition to renewable energy. v Trade & commerce - high maritime trade expanding rapidly, South Asia has emerged as an important pillar in Indo-Pacific trade. Being only S.Asian country and as a leader of developing world, India's presidency is marked by 'Collective voice of Global South', 'North-south cooperation' underlying the spirit of Vasundera Kutumbakam (One Earth, One family, One future).