India wants to avoid a war at all costs but it is not a one-sided affair, you cannot shake hands with a clenched fist.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Peace is desired but requires mutual willingness; aggression cannot be met with passivity.
- In plain terms
- You cannot make peace with someone who is aggressive.
- What can you take from it?
- Mutual cooperation is required for peace.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is peace always possible?
- When is force necessary?
Another view
Sometimes restraint prevents escalation even against aggression.
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