Global Issues and India — Key Changes

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
42nd Amendment	1976	Added 'international peace and security' to Article 51's directive principles, strengthening the constitutional foundation for India's engagement with global issues. This amendment occurred during the Emergency period and reflected India's growing international engagement despite domestic political constraints.	Provided stronger constitutional basis for India's participation in international treaties, multilateral organizations, and global governance mechanisms, influencing subsequent foreign policy decisions and international commitments.