Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This concept is central to India's foreign policy objectives and its vision for a more equitable world order. It's a recurring theme in international relations, reflecting the shift in global power dynamics and the challenges to traditional Western dominance, making it crucial for UPSC Mains (GS2) and Prelims.
Reformed multilateralism refers to the demand for a more inclusive, representative, and effective global governance architecture that reflects the contemporary geopolitical and economic realities, moving beyond the post-WWII institutional framework. It often involves calls for greater representation of developing countries in key international bodies.