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“Nehru’s policy of Non-Alignment came to symbolize the struggle of India and other newly independent nations to retain and strengthen their independence from colonialism.” Critically examine

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  • Consolidation as a Nation

Non-alignment is best read as newly decolonised states converting political freedom into diplomatic autonomy.

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