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The clash of civilizations in Caucasus
Context:
India should embrace its diversity like strength, avoiding conflicts based on religion and population differences, to avoid internal problems taking example from Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict.
The Cultural Divide in the Caucasus
- Religious Diversity: Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia in the Caucasus region showcase a cultural and religious divide, with Christian, Muslim, and Orthodox populations.
- Historical Conflict: Nagorno-Karabakh's historical context involves ethnic and religious tensions, reflecting conflicts between empires and nations.
- Modern Conflict: The Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict exemplifies how cultural and civilizational clashes can ignite modern conflicts.
Lessons for India's Cultural Diversity
- India's Cultural Fabric: India's rich cultural diversity contrasts with neighbors like Pakistan and China, emphasizing pluralism and multiculturalism.
- Internal Faultlines: India must address domestic cultural divisions to prevent exploitation by external adversaries.
- Unity in Diversity: India's strength lies in embracing its diversity rather than imposing uniformity, fostering synergy with like-minded civilizations.
Upholding India's Civilizational Strength
- Civilizational Battleground: India's commitment to plurality is crucial in the face of monotheistic ideologies on its borders.
- Cultural Synergy: India should leverage its civilizational strengths to build alliances with culturally diverse nations that respect multiculturalism.
- Guarding Against Uniformity: Imposing uniformity may weaken India, making it essential to protect and nurture its diverse cultural heritage.
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