Question

Define Non-Aligned Policy.

Hint:

Think autonomy + peace + anti-alignment; not “neutrality,” but independent, case-by-case choices.

Answer 1

Evolved during the Cold War, the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)—inspired by leaders like Nehru, Nasser and Tito—affirmed strategic autonomy, peaceful coexistence and anti-colonial solidarity. States avoided bloc military alliances, assessed issues on merit, and supported disarmament, development and South–South cooperation. India’s non-alignment means {issue-based partnerships} without sacrificing independent decision-making (≈57 words).