From geography to geometry of interests: The evolution of India’s strategic outlook

NewsOpinionColumnsFrom geography to geometry of interests: The evolution of India's strategic outlook Geography remains immutable. The question is whether geography alone can define India's strategic outlook. The answer is increasingly no. Despite inevitable differences with individual countries, India's rise has generally been viewed with confidence rather than apprehension. Its strategic autonomy, democratic institutions, developmental partnerships, humanitarian assistance and respect for sovereignty have contributed to this perception. 6 min readJul 28, 2026 11:10 AM IST First published on: Jul 28, 2026 at 11:10 AM IST For much of its post-Independence history, India’s strategic outlook was understandably shaped by geography. The Himalayas, the Line of Control, the Line of Actual Contro