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Why did Indian distance itself from the two camps led by the U.S. and the Soviet Union? Explain.

Answer:

India distanced itself from both the camps led by the US and USSR:

(i) To serve its national interests rather than the interests of the Super Powers.

(ii) To upkeep the sovereignty of the nation and to take independent decisions.

(iii) To follow and advocate the policy of Non-Alignment.