India and central asia relations: A historical perspectives

AbstractThroughout history, Central Asia has formed an important strategic link between the East and the West and been described as the great pivot in the early twentieth century. This research paper looks at the relations between the Central Asian states and major external powers. It shows how these nations have kept the fragile geopolitics of the region free of the so – called New Great Game. This paper evaluates the roles of major powers such as Russia, the United States, China, and Iran as well as India and its Silk Road strategy. It also compares the regional geopolitics of Central Asia with its neighbors country.