India, Oct. 18 -- India's projected growth of 6.6 per cent by IMF, USA seeking India's support in the context of China's rare earth policy, recent trade deal with UK and deft handling of geopolitical uncertainty due to economic aggression compels one to examine India's current diplomatic strategy - the country's ability to navigate a turbulent world and the philosophical underpinnings that are driving successful engagement with various countries in a world that is not only chaotic but inimical.

Historically, 'Dharma' has provided a framework for justice, duty, and social harmony for our country, and diplomacy was no exception. Over the years, though this 'dharmic' approach led to developing a unique image of the country at the global for...