Consider the following statements regarding India’s “Neighbourhood First” policy:
1. It was formally initiated during the tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
2. It primarily focuses on economic cooperation with South Asian neighbors.
3. It complements India’s Look East and Look West policies by emphasizing regional connectivity and security.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

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Consider the following statements regarding India&rsquo;s &ldquo;Neighbourhood First&rdquo; policy:
1. It was formally initiated during the tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
2. It primarily focuses on economic cooperation with South Asian neighbors.
3. It complements India&rsquo;s Look East and Look West policies by emphasizing regional connectivity and security.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Statement 1 is correct.The "Neighbourhood First" policy was introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he assumed office in 2014. It was aimed at prioritizing India's relations with its neighboring countries in South Asia, emphasizing diplomacy and cooperation in regional matters.

Statement 2 is not correct. While economic cooperation is a major component, the policy is broader-it also emphasizes political, diplomatic, and security cooperation, as well as regional connectivity and people-to-people ties. It does not focus primarily or exclusively on economic cooperation.

Statement 3 is correct. The &ldquo;Neighbourhood First&rdquo; policy is designed to complement India&rsquo;s Look East and Look West policies, with a focus on enhancing regional connectivity, trade, and security in South Asia.

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Consider the following statements regarding India’s “Neighbourhood First” policy: 1. It was formally initiated during the tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 2. It primarily focuses on economic cooperation with South Asian neighbors. 3. It complements India’s Look East and Look West policies by emphasizing regional connectivity and security. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3