Civilisational roots of diplomacy doctrine of Bharat

In recent years, India’s foreign policy has undergone a quiet yet profound shift in how the nation sees itself and presents itself to the world.

- RAVI RAMESHCHANDRA SHUKLA & PRADYUMAN S KHILERI

In India, the word diplomacy has been used as Kootniti or the law of dealings. It has a vast treasure of wisdom on diplomatic ideas and practices, which can guide international relations in a world facing civilisation-al conflicts. It reflects an evolving narrative that seeks to redefine India not merely as a modern postcolonial state, but as an ancient civilizational entity reclaiming its space on the global stage. In a world marked by shifting geopolitical centres and growing multipolarity, this civilizational framing carries strategic weight. At the heart of this shift is the increased use of the term ‘Bharatiya’ over ‘Indian’, a change that is more than symbolic.

BHARATIYA DOCTRINE OF DIPLOMACY