Question

Nehru regards the conduct of foreign relations as an essential indicator of independence. Which of the following statement is correct in the context of this? 

1. India decided to conduct its foreign relations with respect to the sovereignty of other nations.
2. India always advocated the policy of Nonaligiunent, made efforts to reduce cold war tensions, and contributed human resources to UN peacekeeping operations.  

Options

• 1 only

• 2 only

• Both 1 & 2

• neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

Both 1 & 2

Explanation:

1. In order to be reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy on Article 51 of the Constitution, India chose to conduct its international relations with respect for other countries' sovereignty and maintain peace and security through mutual cooperation.
2. India has consistently supported the nonalignment principle, worked to end the Cold War, and provided human resources for UN peacekeeping operations.
3. As a result, India took a stand on its own and received support from participants in both blocs.