Question Q.20GS2GS2

In a fluid geopolitical arena, engagement without formal endorsement is a pragmatic middle path. Do you agree? Explain in the context of India's current approach towards the Taliban regime in Afghanistan.

Introduction

In 2021, Taliban took over Afghanistan regime under its control. Taliban rule is synonymous to conservative, arbitrary and uncertain.

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India's Developmental Functions: A Salma Dam project, B Zaraj-Highway, C Parliament Building, D Tertiary Hospital and schools. Building trust between people of Afghanistan and India. India's Demand Democracy and Rule of law establishment: A At international forums demand for restoration of democracy and welfare government in Afghanistan. As a responsible global leader demand for democratic, free and human rights centric government.

India's Back-channel diplomacy with Taliban leadership. Providing Humanitarian aid like Vaccines, food grains, etc. Constant engagement with Taliban leader. To counter dominance of Pakistan and China over Taliban regime.

— VIVEK SINGH · AIR 276

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Conclusion

Thus, in such a fluidic geopolitical arena where multiple actors are involved like Taliban leadership, Pakistan, Qatar, China and Afghanistan government itself. It becomes prudent to have informal connection with government of the day i.e. Taliban through back-channel diplomacy and formally demanding democratic government for Afghanistan. Therefore, a multi-pronged strategy of India will keep India's interest secure and protector of Indian State from terrorism from Afghan soil.

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AIR 2762025

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India and its Neighborhood - Relations

India-Afghanistan Relations

Taliban and India's Diplomatic Strategy

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