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The crux of Indo-Pak relations is confined within hard diplomacy. The arms race and process of militarization have vehemently affected bilateral relations between the Stwo neighbours. When a relationship starts with antagonism, then it might hardly transform into friendship. Both countries are federal with plural society. While Pakistan is the worst example of pluralism, India is a classic example of pluralistic idea. Regarding multiculturalism and communal tolerance, India’s perception is different from Pakistan. Pakistan had built up close ties with Islamic states, which has a dual purpose to seek an Islamic identity on one hand and obtain economic assistance on the other. It is in this context, this paper will try to examine India’s policy towards Pakistan, especially during Narendra Modi’s first tenure as Prime Minister and the role of external powers in Indo-Pak relations.
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