This article analyzes India's hard power and soft power strategies on the international stage through the prism of Mahatma Gandhi's principles. M. Gandhi's philosophy of Ahimsa (non-violence) and peacekeeping formed the main principles of India's modern soft power policy. In particular, achievements in yoga, culture, cinema and political diplomacy have enhanced India's international image and served to establish warm relations with other countries. The article provides an in-depth analysis of India's transition from soft power achievements to hard power, and provides evidence that military technology, space exploration and economic growth make India an important player not only in regional but also in global politics. At the same time, the fact that India is taking a leading position in the international economy through IT services and economic growth is also scientifically explained. The conclusion of the article shows that the combination of soft and hard power of India is its main strategy for ensuring international political and economic stability in the 21st century, and a further expansion of its global influence is predicted. This analysis serves as a fundamental theoretical framework for understanding India's geopolitical role.

soft power, hard power, Ahimsa philosophy, Indian diplomacy, yoga, global leadership, international image, geopolitical strategies

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