The US military forces are exiting Afghanistan in 2012. In this situation, which among the following is/are the most feasible options for India to ensure that there is no take-over of the Afghan government by the Taliban and the country remains stable?
- 1. India should send in its military to Afghanistan.
- 2. India and Pakistan should sign a joint framework of cooperation to monitor the Taliban in Afghanistan.
- 3. India should continue to build roads and schools in Afghanistan.
- 4. India should train the Afghan armed forces.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
4 only
1, 2 and 3
2 and 4
3 and 4
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UPSC CAPF – 2011
Sending military forces (Option 1) is highly unlikely and politically fraught for India in Afghanistan. A joint framework with Pakistan (Option 2) is also improbable given the historical complexities of India-Pakistan relations and Pakistan’s differing strategic interests and historical ties to the Taliban. Continuing development aid like building infrastructure (Option 3) is a key part of India’s soft power strategy in Afghanistan, fostering goodwill and contributing to stability. Training Afghan armed forces (Option 4) is a direct way to enhance the Afghan government’s ability to provide security and resist militant groups.