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This concept demonstrates India's independent foreign policy, its role as a responsible global actor, and its strategic interests in the West Asia region, including energy security and diaspora, which are crucial for GS2 International Relations.
India's foreign policy towards Palestine is rooted in historical solidarity, support for the Palestinian cause, and a commitment to developmental partnership, while also balancing its strategic ties with Israel.
Diplomatic Stance
Consistently supports a 'two-state solution' for the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Developmental Assistance
Undertakes projects like the construction of a super-speciality hospital in Jenin, West Bank.
Humanitarian Aid
Provides essential medicines, anti-cancer drugs, and deploys field hospitals in Gaza.
High-Level Engagement
Maintains diplomatic visits and discussions to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Static syllabus anchors
| Type | Reference |
|---|---|
| Conceptual area | International Relations |
Institutions & roles
| Body | Role |
|---|---|
| Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) | Formulates and implements foreign policy |
| Palestinian Authority (PA) | Governing body in palestine, partner in bilateral initiatives |
Prelims angle: Factual recall
Prelims angle: Terminology-based question
India is a member of which of the following? 1. Asia-Pacific economic corporation. 2. Association of South-East Asian Nations. 3. East Asia Summit Select t...
In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not participant/ participants? 1. Bangladesh 2. Cambodia 3. Ch...
India is a member of which of the following? 1. Asia-Pacific economic corporation. 2. Association of South-East Asian Nations. 3. East Asia Summit Select t...
In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not participant/ participants? 1. Bangladesh 2. Cambodia 3. Ch...
India is a member of which of the following? 1. Asia-Pacific economic corporation. 2. Association of South-East Asian Nations. 3. East Asia Summit Select t...
Open questionIn the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not participant/ participants? 1. Bangladesh 2. Cambodia 3. Ch...
Open questionIndia is a member of which of the following? 1. Asia-Pacific economic corporation. 2. Association of South-East Asian Nations. 3. East Asia Summit Select t...
Open questionIn the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not participant/ participants? 1. Bangladesh 2. Cambodia 3. Ch...
Open questionIndia to build hospital in West Bank; seeks to deploy field hospital in Gaza
20 Aug 2026 · India's policy towards Palestine involves diplomatic support for a two-state solution, significant humanitarian aid, and developmental projects, reflecting its historical ties and strategic interests in West Asia.
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India's Engagement with Palestine
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Practice official previous year questions asked by UPSC related to this concept.
The term "two-state solution" is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of -
India is a member of which of the following? 1. Asia-Pacific economic corporation. 2. Association of South-East Asian Nations. 3. East Asia Summit Select t...
Which of the following connectivity projects is/are a part of cooperation between India and the ASEAN member countries ? 1. Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Tran...
Consider the following statements: Statement-I :Israel has established diplomatic relations with some Arab States. Statement-II :The 'Arab Peace Initiative...
In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not participant/ participants? 1. Bangladesh 2. Cambodia 3. Ch...
Consider the following statements: 1. Bidibidi is a large refugee settlement in north -western Kenya. 2. Some people who fled from South Sudan civil war l...
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