This book aims to fulfil a lacuna in the writings on Indian foreign policy. This is a comprehensive and interesting account of political, economic, and strategic imperatives that have driven Indias foreign and national security policies from the days of Jawaharlal Nehru to Narendra Modi. The authors narrative covers the challenges India faced through the era of decolonization and the Cold War, to contemporary times, with an interesting blend of facts. The book includes an exhaustive bibliography that will serve as a reference point for those who may wish to delve into specific strands more deeply.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 367-402) and index.

Also available as an e-book.