摘要：The foreign policy of India has seen tremendous transformation under Modi’spremiership underscoring that leadership plays a pivotal role in elevating thestature of a country. Modi’s slogan of ‘Shining India’ signifies India’s aspirationfor acquiring great power status in international system and vision ofleadership to make it happen. He has drastically shifted India’s foreign policyfrom slow to steady approach. India’s growing confidence and vigor to aspire aleading role in the world is evident in provocations of the leadership. Modi’spro-active policy and worldwide initiatives reflect India is outreaching/expanding diplomatic clout, winning the support of allies and revitalizingeconomic policy hence making India a rapidly growing economy in the worldwithin two years since the current government has taken office. The successof Modi government will lie in turning the world in its favor and projectingIndia’s soft image through raising distinct voice at international level, achievingclimate change and economic development goals and strengthening elementsof national power domestically. The pitfalls of current policies centered ataggravating communalism, humanitarian issues and religion oriented politicsmay impede India’s long term struggle. The real victory of Modi’s governmentwill lie in his dealing with contemporary challenges at domestic, regional andinternational level.
关键词：Nehru; Indira; Modi; Shining India; Continuity and Change
