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Past is nothing but history. And history can neither be rectified, nor modified. But yes, we humans do have this tremendous ability imbedded by virtue of birth – the ability to create history. A history we would create and years down the line, others will read. Is it possible for us to create a history that would not just make a good reading, but also help the readers reap benefit from? Talking of the new chapter in Sino-Indian relations, can we adopt a positive approach towards “climbing over the Chinese wall”, without the fear and suspicion of latent dragon designs? Can we look ahead optimistically, without blinkers? It makes a good reading to indulge in the works of Brahma Challaney, AP Venkateswaran and others who have been writing on this very subject, on this very page in this very paper. How contemporary their views are, is only a matter of outlook. I for one prefer to view them with a different perspective – not that of complete sanguinity, but keeping the present situation in the forefront, and letting the past only take a backseat and not getting overwhelmed by it. The aim of any FP is to regulate the behaviour of other states towards its own state, either to change it or to ensure no change at all, suiting the National Interest best. And with what it seems here, India has not compromised its national interest in any way.
Approximate Word count = 903
Approximate Pages = 3.6
(250 words per page double spaced)
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