It is said art imitates life, yet somehow, this world has found itself in a situation where the absurd is no longer funny and the megalomania of a comic book villain is seems not so absurd. Is this implosion of the Western world just a Russian dream?
BRICS offers India a platform to enhance economic resilience and strategic autonomy in a multipolar world. From a political economy perspective, engagement balances markets and state intervention, echoing John Locke’s ideas of limited governance fostering growth. Offensive realism, as theorized by John Mearsheimer and middle power politics explains India’s cautious hedging against great powers while maximizing influence. The Modi government has actively pursued this strategy, deepening ties with BRICS members to reduce dependence and expand global partnerships. By combining economic liberalization with strategic assertiveness, India seeks both development and security in an uncertain international system.
