Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:00pm on 03 Jan 2024,Wednesday India
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, criticizing Nehru's China policy, emphasizes a 'less rosy' perspective if India had adopted a more 'Bharat' approach. Referring to Patel and Nehru's divergent views, he underscores historical tensions. The minister highlights Nehru's request to President Kennedy for help during the 1962 conflict, revealing a left-wing influence. This follows Jaishankar's recent critique of Nehru's 'romanticism' in China dealings. He urges a shift towards a more assertive 'Bharat' stance. "If we had been more 'Bharat,' we would have had a less rosy view of our relationship with China," Jaishankar asserts, emphasizing the need for introspection in shaping India's foreign relations.
