India, Iran and Global Order

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Context:

Amidst the weakening of Western-led dominance, debates on multipolarity highlight the civilisational role of India and Iran in shaping a just order for the Global South.

Crisis in the Global Order

Decline of Western Dominance:The long-standing hegemony built on financial systems, technological monopoly, and control over global institutions is losing effectiveness.
Indicators of Crisis:Violations of international law, frequent trade wars, weakening multilateralism, and ecological destruction reflect systemic instability in the global order.
Role of Emerging Powers:Countries of the Global South are asserting independence by developing indigenous models, building self-reliance in science and defence, and resisting external domination.

Civilisational Role of India and Iran

Shared Heritage:India, as the world’s oldest continuous civilisation, and Iran, with its rich cultural legacy, have historically promoted peace, diversity, and resilience against aggression.
Modern History Contributions:India’s leadership in the Non-Aligned Movement and Iran’s oil nationalisation and revolution symbolise resistance to external dominance and defence of sovereignty.
Common Values:Peace, spirituality, and respect for nature remain guiding principles that can address present-day challenges of structural violence, social collapse, and environmental crises.

Pathways for Cooperation

Strategic Projects:The International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) offers a civilisational bridge linking Eurasia, India, Africa, and West Asia, promoting connectivity and stability.
Multilateral Platforms:Frameworks like BRICS create opportunities for de-dollarisation, equitable trade, and alternatives to economic sanctions, strengthening South-South cooperation.
Towards Just Order:By jointly advocating international law, resisting unilateral interventions, and supporting causes like Palestine’s struggle for sovereignty, India and Iran can shape a participatory and humane order.

Practice Question

“The decline of Western dominance in global affairs has created opportunities for ancient civilisations such as India and Iran to reshape the international order. Discuss with reference to BRICS, the INSTC, and South-South cooperation.” (250 words)

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