Despite India's accomplishments, its undeniable significance, and its undeniable potential, there is reason to exercise care while evaluating India's claim to be a superpower. India still has a long way to go in terms of development. The creation of new wealth inequalities as a result of India's economic success is aggravating the still-pervasive caste differences. Although few could have predicted it, India's democracy has flourished despite the fact that corruption and inherent nepotism pose serious threats to its institutions. India's continued economic growth comes at an unsustainable environmental cost
India's progress has undoubtedly been tremendous and is deserving of the attention it has received. For a quarter of a century, India's economy has been among the best-performing in the world, helping millions of people escape poverty and growing to become the third largest in PPP terms. India, one of the top ten military spenders, has tripled its defence spending during the past ten years. And in sharp contrast to Asia's other developing power with a billion people, India has concurrently developed a desirable global reputation for social and cultural dynamism.
It was not anticipated that India would remain a democratic country or maintain its unity, but it has. These blatant victories, attained in defiance of the odds and the logic of human history, have inspired adoration around the world. If appeals for India to become a permanent member of the UN Security Council are now being heard, then these demands are not only justified but also long overdue. India's aspirations for a seat at the High Table of Global Affairs are supported by its lengthy history as a steadfast, multiracial democracy. However, if politics were everything, then we wouldn't be wondering if India will one day become a superpower.
There is still time for a course correction because 80 percent of India in 2030 needs to still be constructed. But ultimately, India will need to improve its use and disposal of natural resources by being more effective, thrifty, and technologically innovative. It will also need to revaluate seriously how it now views modernity, progress, and perhaps most importantly, power. Any dreams India may have of being a future powerhouse will remain simply a dream unless it is able to effectively "manage its environment," in every sense of the word.
WRITER- ABHILASHA RAI
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