Indian Polity & Governance·Amendments
Connectivity Projects — Amendments
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Version 1Updated 5 Mar 2026
| Amendment | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42nd Amendment | 1976 | Added 'international peace and security' to the Directive Principles under Article 51, strengthening the constitutional basis for international cooperation including connectivity projects with neighboring countries like Bangladesh. | Provided stronger constitutional foundation for India's neighborhood diplomacy and cross-border infrastructure cooperation initiatives. |