India and the Non-Aligned Movement in the Contemporary Era (2015–2026): Strategic Autonomy and Conflict Diplomacy

Supraja.S.A Grade XI; Pavitra. G Grade XI; Joshna Ann.J Grade XI; Hanshika Devi. D.S Grade XI

India and the Non-Aligned Movement in the Contemporary Era (2015–2026): Strategic Autonomy and Conflict Diplomacy

Author(s)	Ms. Supraja.S.A Grade XI, Ms. Pavitra. G Grade XI, Ms. Joshna Ann.J Grade XI, Ms. Hanshika Devi. D.S Grade XI
Country	India
Abstract	The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) has historically represented the principle of maintaining independent foreign-policy decision-making while promoting peace, sovereignty, international cooperation and the interests of developing countries. In the contemporary international system, marked by increasing geopolitical competition, military conflicts and a transition towards a multipolar world order, the relevance of non-alignment has evolved rather than disappeared. This research examines India’s approach to the Non-Aligned Movement during the period 2015–2026, with particular emphasis on strategic autonomy and conflict diplomacy. The study analyses how India has sought to preserve independent decision-making while maintaining relationships with major global powers and participating actively in multilateral institutions. India’s responses to major international conflicts, particularly the Russia–Ukraine conflict, are examined to understand its preference for dialogue, diplomacy, national interest and adherence to the principles of international law. India has called for cessation of hostilities and a return to diplomacy while also highlighting the wider consequences of conflicts for food, energy and economic security, especially in developing countries. The research further evaluates the contemporary relevance of NAM through India’s emphasis on strategic autonomy, reformed multilateralism, the interests of the Global South and peaceful resolution of international disputes. India’s Ministry of External Affairs identifies strategic autonomy, peaceful coexistence, peaceful resolution of disputes, multilateralism and wider global cooperation among the continuing principles of its foreign policy. The study also considers India’s efforts to strengthen NAM’s relevance by addressing contemporary concerns such as climate change, post-pandemic economic recovery, food and energy security, and reform of global institutions. Overall, the research argues that India’s contemporary engagement with NAM can be understood less as traditional bloc-neutrality and more as an approach centred on strategic autonomy, diplomatic flexibility and constructive engagement. The study concludes by assessing how this approach contributes to conflict diplomacy, the representation of developing countries and the pursuit of a more balanced and inclusive international order.
Keywords	Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), India, Strategic Autonomy, Foreign Policy, Conflict Diplomacy, Global Conflicts, International Relations, Global South, Multilateralism, Peace and Security, Diplomatic Engagement, International Cooperation, Multipolar World Order, Global Governance, 2015–2026.
Field	Sociology > Intelligence / Security
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On	2026-08-10

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India and the Non-Aligned Movement in the Contemporary Era (2015–2026): Strategic Autonomy and Conflict Diplomacy

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