The Impact of Russia's War in Ukraine on South Asia

The video discusses India's historical ties with Russia, its stance on the Ukraine war, and its strategic autonomy in a changing global order. It highlights India's role as a bulwark against China and its efforts to diversify defense procurement away from Russia, emphasizing strategic autonomy and multipolar engagement.

What historical factor has significantly influenced India's defense procurement strategy?

• India's historical ties with Russia

• India's economic growth

• India's relationship with the US

• India's colonial past

What is the core doctrine of India's foreign policy as discussed in the video?

• Military expansion

• Non-alignment

• Economic isolation

• Strategic autonomy

Which of the following is NOT one of the critical engagements for India?

• Managing a large and young population

• Expanding nuclear arsenal

• Being the fastest growing economy

• Handling two unsettled borders

Why is India looking to diversify its defense procurement?

• To increase military exports

• Due to the unreliability of Russian equipment

• To improve relations with China

• To reduce costs

What has the Russia-Ukraine war highlighted about Russian military equipment?

• It is highly advanced

• It is environmentally friendly

• It is unreliable

• It is cost-effective

Which countries is India looking to enhance defense cooperation with?

• Brazil and Argentina

• France, Sweden, and Germany

• South Africa and Nigeria

• China and Pakistan

What is a major takeaway for India from the Russia-Ukraine conflict?

• The importance of economic sanctions

• The need for nuclear weapons

• The value of diplomatic isolation

• The necessity to diversify defense procurement