Explore the compelling question: WHY INDIA IS NOT A GREAT POWER (YET). Bharat Karnad’s insightful analysis, available at The Bookish Owl, moves beyond discussions of economic growth and soft power. This book critically examines India’s hard power deficits, including military capabilities, political vision, strategic geography, and foreign policy. Karnad meticulously dissects the shortcomings that have hindered India’s path to great power status, offering a unique perspective on the geostrategic and realpolitik challenges. Discover the powerful arguments and uncover the real reasons behind India’s unfulfilled potential. Essential reading for understanding contemporary geopolitics and India’s place in the world.