Abstract:
In the evolving global order, traditional Western dominance is yielding ground to the ascent of Asian powers, prominently China and India. The ongoing rivalry between these two nations to establish dominion in Asia and claim the mantle of a global superpower is palpable. The Yahoo financials‟ projection has been predicted that India could ascend to global superpower status by 2050. This discourse delves into the intricacies of the forecast envisioning India as the second superpower by 2050, elucidating the underlying determinants bolstering this projection. Employing a qualitative approach, the study draws upon diverse secondary sources including scholarly journals, relevant documents, digital platforms, conference proceedings, public addresses, and authoritative literature. The findings underscore India's strategic endeavors to enhance its international stature, even amid economic disparities. The capitalizes on its cultural diversity to attract foreign exchange through tourism and remittances, India's prominence in the global entertainment industry, coupled with ownership of a premier cricket team, exemplifies its soft power influence. Advances in nuclear testing, space exploration, scientific researches, and technological innovation further reinforce India's trajectory. Chandrayaan-3's successful moon landing and global chess runner-up boosted India's reputation. Despite prevailing socio-economic challenges such as poverty, child marriage, and geopolitical tensions, India's prospects remain promising. In conclusion, while challenges persist, a comprehensive evaluation points towards a plausible trajectory for India to attain the status of the second global superpower by 2050. Skillful navigation of these challenges and adept harnessing of opportunities will intricately shape India's role on the world stage in the forthcoming decades. With strategic finesse, India stands poised to realize its potential as a formidable global power.
