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Background
Overview
UPSC frequently tests India's foreign policy objectives, diplomatic tools, and responses to international incidents, especially those involving its citizens or strategic interests, highlighting India's role in global affairs.
India's foreign policy is guided by principles of national interest, non-alignment, peaceful coexistence, and the protection of its citizens abroad. Diplomatic engagements are the primary means through which India interacts with other nations and international bodies to achieve these objectives.