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What is the primary difference between hard power and soft power?
What is the primary difference between hard power and soft power?
- Hard power leads to obedience, while soft power leads to acquiescence (correct)
- Hard power is exercised through military force, while soft power is exercised through diplomatic means
- Hard power is based on cultural heritage, while soft power is based on military strength
- Hard power is focused on global influence, while soft power is focused on state strength
What does the concept of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' signify?
What does the concept of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' signify?
- Global Citizenship and collective responsibility among individuals (correct)
- Cultural diplomacy and international influence
- State strength and military dominance
- Secularism and tolerance in a diverse society
How does India's soft power contribute to its global influence?
How does India's soft power contribute to its global influence?
- Through aggressive territorial expansions
- Through vibrant cultural and civilisational heritage (correct)
- Through military alliances with other countries
- Through economic supremacy in the global market
Why is cultural diplomacy considered an important dimension of a country's soft power?
Why is cultural diplomacy considered an important dimension of a country's soft power?
What is the significance of India's values of secularism, tolerance, and inclusiveness in the international scenario?
What is the significance of India's values of secularism, tolerance, and inclusiveness in the international scenario?
How has India's soft power impacted people around the world?
How has India's soft power impacted people around the world?
What are the five pillars of India's soft power, as mentioned in the text?
What are the five pillars of India's soft power, as mentioned in the text?
Which initiative did PM Modi take soon after his election in 2014, leading to the recognition of 21st June as International Day of Yoga by the UN General Assembly?
Which initiative did PM Modi take soon after his election in 2014, leading to the recognition of 21st June as International Day of Yoga by the UN General Assembly?
What organization was established in 1950 with the goal of strengthening India's cultural relations with the world?
What organization was established in 1950 with the goal of strengthening India's cultural relations with the world?
What did PM Modi propose at the United Nations General Assembly related to yoga that was approved by 193 members?
What did PM Modi propose at the United Nations General Assembly related to yoga that was approved by 193 members?
Which element of India's soft power is highlighted through its worldwide acclaim and appreciation?
Which element of India's soft power is highlighted through its worldwide acclaim and appreciation?
Which manifestation of Indian soft power has been celebrated globally since 21st June 2015?
Which manifestation of Indian soft power has been celebrated globally since 21st June 2015?
