Why did India distance itself from the two camps led by the U.S. and the Soviet Union? Explain.
First, India had to struggle against colonialism and imperialism. After getting freedom from imperialistic exploitations, faced the problem of economic reconstruction which could be accomplished in a peaceful atmosphere. So, India preferred not to join any group to avoid tension. 2. Secondly, India adopted the policy of non-alignment for peaceful co-existence for securing world peace and stability. 3. The policy of non-alignment was followed to elevate India’s prestige. If India gives it decision pertaining to international problems in a neutral way, both the power Blocs would respect its ideology, and the tension at the international level will lessen.
