With reference to India's stance at the UN General Assembly, consider the following statements: 1. India advocated for a multi-polar world and reformed multilateralism. 2. India's stance on the Four Fs is unaffected by global conflicts. 3. The National Statement was delivered to address concerns regarding the Indus Waters Treaty. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Jaishankar defends India from Pakistan’s attacks at UN, calls for reformed global order

GS2Polity · Governance · IR· India's bilateral relations· Mains· 27 September 2026

India's stance on reformed multilateralism and self-defense: a key GS2 International Relations topic.

Why in news

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar defended India's right to self-defense against terrorism and criticized Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's allegations during the UN General Assembly.

Background

S. Jaishankar delivered India's National Statement at the UNGA on September 26, 2026. He addressed Pakistan's criticisms regarding Operation Sindoor and the Indus Waters Treaty while advocating for a multi-polar world and reformed multilateralism.

Facts for Prelims

PostS. Jaishankar: India's External Affairs Minister
FactIndia's stance on 'Four Fs' (Food, Fuel, Fertilizers, and Finance) impacted by global conflicts
PlaceUN General Assembly (UNGA) platform for National Statement
FactPakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's allegations regarding Operation Sindoor and Indus Waters Treaty

Prelims practice question

With reference to India's stance at the UN General Assembly, consider the following statements:

India advocated for a multi-polar world and reformed multilateralism.
India's stance on the Four Fs is unaffected by global conflicts.
The National Statement was delivered to address concerns regarding the Indus Waters Treaty.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states the Four Fs are impacted by global conflicts.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of India's advocacy for 'reformed multilateralism' and a multi-polar world order in the context of the Global South's concerns.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Global South agency: Addressing the disproportionate impact of global conflicts on food, fuel, and finance for developing nations
Counter-terrorism framework: The tension between state-sponsored terrorism and the international right to self-defense
Multilateral reform: Addressing the structural inequities in current global governance bodies to accommodate emerging powers

Keywords: Multi-polar world · Reformed multilateralism · Global South · State-sponsored terrorism · Right to self-defense

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