Strategic Autonomy
Nounस्वतन्त्र रणनीतिक स्वायत्तता
Definition
A state’s ability to make independent decisions in foreign policy and security without being dictated by external powers (e.g., alliances or blocs).
Contextual Sentence: "India’s pursuit of strategic autonomy is evident in its refusal to join military blocs like NATO while maintaining strong ties with global powers."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): **S**tand **T**all **R**ight—**A**utonomy means **U**nlike a **T**oy, you **N**ot follow others!
Synonyms
independent foreign policy
self-reliance
non-alignment
Antonyms
dependence
subservience
alliance lock-in