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Commemorating India - Russia Friendship: Treaty of Peace, Friendship & Cooperation of 1971 Kindle Edition

by Achala Moulik (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation of 1971 commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of the signing of a landmark Treaty between the Soviet Union and India in 1971. Though the Treaty is the central focus of the book, with a wide sweep the author has presented the fascinating relationship between Russia and India, commencing in ancient times. There is a seamless amalgam of historical facts and events, political and cultural ties, and the personal aspect of the author’s own connection with Russia.

The narrative shows how the Soviet Union’s ideological opposition to imperialism, India’s independence, and the Cold War gave a new dimension to the Indo–Russian relationship. India, like other developing nations, received economic assistance from Russia. The civil war in East Bengal took the Indo–Russian relationship to a unique status by the Treaty of 1971. While maintaining her non-aligned status, India became a close friend of the Soviet Union. This was made possible because the Soviet Union asked for nothing in return except friendship.

The author observes that two states with different socio-economic systems can be close friends. She describes the relative peace of the 1980s to the tumultuous aftermath following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, and the continuous adjustments made by both sides to keep alive the spirit of this unique Treaty.

About the Author

Achala Moulik received her education in Washington, New York, London, and Rome, where her parents were posted on diplomatic assignments. She graduated from London University with a degree in Economics, History, International Relations, and International Law. In the Indian Administrative Service, she served as Director General of the Archaeological Survey of India and Education Secretary Government of India. She has written widely on Russian history and culture and is the recipient of the Pushkin Medal and Yesenin Prize.
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    255 pages
  2. Language
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  3. Publication date
    11 September 2021
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09G1QH6T1
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ AuthorsUpFront (11 September 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.5 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 255 pages
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  • monal bharti
    4.0 out of 5 stars Review of the book "Commemorating India- Russia Friendship "
    Reviewed in India on 18 November 2021
    Treaty of peace, friendship and cooperation of 1971 by Achala Maulik.
    India and Russia share a bond of friendship for years and back up for one another whenever needed is
    what the book is all about. The author through this book celebrates the 50th anniversary of the friendship
    between India and the Soviet Union.
    The book which begins by pointing the resemblances between the two nations continues its journey
    explaining the firmness of the friendly bond between these nations and ends up showing the concern
    about the attrition relationship in the present scenario of India forming stronger bonds with The USA, with
    the hope that the cracking relationship would glue up once again before fracturing completely.
    "Military experts always discuss things secretly. But let me tell you that in the event of an attack in
    madness, either by a person or by a nation, the 250 million people of the Soviet Union, with all their
    might shall back India as her trusted friend." - Commander-in-Chief of the Soviet Air Force said after the
    meeting with Indian officials referring to Pakistan.
    The author has mentioned Indira Gandhi along with other prominent political leaders from India as well
    as from Russia favouring each other during drastic situations like wars and invasions from other
    neighbouring nations.
    "Do not serve their government, do not attend their courts, do not serve in their army, do not pay their
    taxes, Rebels cannot be enslaved."- Lev Tolstoy said motivating Indian rebels during the British rule in
    India.
    The narrative is filled with all the significant historical events and information related to Indo-Russian
    relations.
    The writer did a great job by presenting a book like this one. In times like these with all the negativity
    around, a book injected with positivity and hope is a must to sensitize the people all around the world.
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  • Nida N.
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Historical Read!
    Reviewed in India on 17 November 2021
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    Treaty of peace, friendship and cooperation of 1971 by Achala Maulik.
    Different people, different cultures, different countries. The book talks beyond these differences, it talks about friendship, companionship, and love between the people of India and Russia.
    The book gives an account of the treaty signed by India and Russia in 1971 for peace, friendship and cooperation. Although India and Russia always shared a peaceful and respectful relationship after signing the treaty it became a responsibility for both nations to maintain peace. The book depicts the incidents that show the solemnity of the treaty.
    This book contains worthwhile evidence about the similarities that the two nations share and how the people from both sides get impacted by each other.
    The influence of Kalidasa's works, Vivekananda's philosophical thoughts, and classical Sanskrit on Russians has been splendidly penned down by the writer. Buddha's teachings, Vedas and Upanishads according to the book have made their extraordinary rapport with the Russian scholars.
    "If Russia is defeated, who will look after the poor of the world."- Gandhiji said in concern to Russia when Germany invaded it in 1941.
    Russia, standing in favour of India whenever India was criticized by other nations and protecting it from the hostile intentions of the neighbouring countries.
    "The fate of the heirs of a great civilization at the hands of cruel colonizers"- A. N. Radishchev a Russian journalist, wrote about the British rule in India.
    India and Russia have always shared a strong bond of friendship and the book addresses it in detail. The writer, however, shows her concern about the deteriorating relationship between these nations in the recent few years.
    The book 'Treaty of Peace, Friendship and cooperation of 1971' can be considered a valuable resource for maintaining the harmony between the two nations. It is a good source of knowledge for all those interested in political history and relationships amongst Russia and India.
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