Q. Who of the following is the author of the books “The India Way” and “Why Bharat Matters”?
(a) Bhupender Yadav
(b) Nalin Mehta
(c) Shashi Tharoor
(d) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
Correct answer: (d) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
Question from UPSC Prelims 2024 GS Paper
Explanation:
“The India Way” and “Why Bharat Matters”
Dr. S. Jaishankar, the current External Affairs Minister of India, is the author of both “The India Way: Strategies for an Uncertain World” and “Why Bharat Matters.”
“The India Way” was published in 2020 and offers insights into India’s foreign policy and its role in the changing global order. The book draws from Jaishankar’s extensive experience in diplomacy and international relations.
“Why Bharat Matters” is a more recent book, published in 2023. In this work, Jaishankar expands on his views about India’s place in the world and its potential for the future.
Jaishankar’s background as a career diplomat and his current role as External Affairs Minister give him a unique perspective on India’s international relations and strategic interests, which he explores in these books.