Act East Policy — Legal Reforms

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
Constitutional Framework Evolution	1991-2014	While not constitutional amendments per se, the evolution from Look East to Act East Policy involved significant policy framework changes. The original Look East Policy was primarily economic, but constitutional provisions under Articles 51 and 253 provided the foundation for expanded engagement including strategic and security dimensions.	The expanded interpretation of constitutional provisions enabled comprehensive engagement beyond trade, including defense cooperation, strategic partnerships, and participation in regional security architecture, transforming India's approach to regional engagement.