4) Some Indian strategists warn against closer military cooperation with the US on the grounds that this might tie India into an informal military alliance with Washington and force New Delhi to accord basing rights at the very least or, worse, draw India into a US-led conflict with any third party. Is this argument unfounded? Critically comment.

Topic:Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests

4) Some Indian strategists warn against closer military cooperation with the US on the grounds that this might tie India into an informal military alliance with Washington and force New Delhi to accord basing rights at the very least or, worse, draw India into a US-led conflict with any third party. Is this argument unfounded? Critically comment. (200 W0rds)

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