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India's Foreign Policy in the Modi Era offers an unparalleled exploration of India's transformative journey on the global stage under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Authored by Dr. Mangesh Govindrao Acharya, this book is the culmination of rigorous research, in-depth analysis, and a profound understanding of international relations, providing readers with a panoramic view of India's strategic, ideological, and diplomatic evolution in the twenty-first century. Over the past decade, India has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis in its foreign policy, emerging not just as a regional power but as a decisive global actor capable of shaping international discourse. Dr. Acharya meticulously traces this transformation, beginning with the historical foundations of Indian diplomacy from independence through the post-Cold War era, highlighting the shift from Nehruvian idealism to pragmatic, interest-driven engagement. The book delves into the emergence of strategic autonomy as the guiding principle of India's foreign policy and demonstrates how Modi's tenure has reinforced this principle through clarity of vision, assertiveness in strategy, and proactive global engagement. Structured in five comprehensive parts, the book provides an exhaustive examination of India's diplomacy across regions and continents. It details India's recalibrated approach to neighboring countries through initiatives like the ""Neighborhood First Policy,"" explores engagements in East Asia, the Indo-Pacific, and ASEAN, and analyzes relations with major powers including the United States, Russia, Europe, and key actors in West Asia. The narrative further highlights India's leadership in multilateral platforms such as the G20, BRICS, and SCO, alongside innovative diplomacy in cyber, climate, maritime, space, humanitarian, and educational domains. Beyond the facts and events, this book captures the ideological and civilizational ethos underpinning Modi's foreign policy. Concepts like Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, cultural diplomacy, and development-centric international engagement reflect India's unique blend of tradition and modernity, positioning the country as a moral and strategic force in global affairs. Dr. Acharya demonstrates how India's economic, technological, and humanitarian initiatives from the International Solar Alliance to Vaccine Maitri and disaster relief missions have strengthened its global credibility while projecting soft power and moral leadership. This work is not only a scholarly resource but also a deeply insightful guide for anyone seeking to understand India's strategic rise. It speaks to a wide spectrum of readers: students preparing for competitive examinations, academics and researchers analyzing international relations, policymakers and diplomats navigating global negotiations, and informed citizens eager to comprehend India's growing role in shaping the twenty-first-century world order. With its meticulous research, extensive coverage of historical and contemporary developments, and a compelling narrative style, India's Foreign Policy in the Modi Era transcends the typical study of diplomacy. It presents India's foreign policy as a coherent, evolving, and visionary strategy that integrates national interests, regional responsibilities, and global aspirations. This book invites readers to not only witness India's rise but to understand the thought, strategy, and leadership behind it a journey that reshapes the global perception of India as a confident, capable, and indispensable player in international affairs. Embark on this authoritative exploration of India's foreign policy, where history, strategy, ideology, and vision converge to tell the story of a nation asserting its rightful place in the world under Narendra Modi's leadership.

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