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Non-alignment was neutrality (sitting on the fence) or isolationism. It was a positive and active foreign policy. India stayed away from military alliances like SEATO and CENTO (US-led) or the Warsaw Pact (Soviet-led), while remaining engaged with both sides.

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to maintain independent decision-making and promote global peace. Core Principles of India's Foreign Policy Non-Alignment Movement (NAM): India External Relations Class 12 Notes