From his first term in 2014 to his current third term in 2024, the foreign policy measures taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi have continuously highlighted India’s aggressiveness and strategic clarity. India has taken strong measures during this time to oppose China and protect its interests, such as the 2019 Balakot Airstrike and the TikTok ban.
China and Pakistan, two neighboring states, have expressed disapproval of these measures, especially in light of events like the 2020 Galwan clash that claimed the lives of Indian soldiers and led to increased border security and a large rise in the defense budget, which is currently at Rs 6,21,540 crores from Rs 4,73,378 crores in 2020.
The increase in defense budget demonstrates India’s