India and Her Neighbours — Question 4
Back to all questions“Being neighbour is not just about geography”. It is more about historical, cultural and economic connections. It is far beyond the geographical landscape and border. India has cultural and economical (trade) relations with her neighbours from ancient time. For example: China shares a long and strategic relationship shaped by history, geography, culture and politics. Buddhism reached China from India many centuries ago. Many scholars from China visited Indian Schools of learning. Indian scholars carried Buddhist teachings to China. India had trade relations with China via ‘Silk route’ during ancient times. Relations between both the countries is still good. Though politically both India and China have many conflicts and issues regarding shared border etc. On the other hand efforts are being made to resolve conflicts through dialogue, border resolution mechanism and trade.