India’s security strategy does not include-

The correct answer is Option (2) → Bringing about a universal proliferation regime with respect to weapons of mass destruction.

Option (1) Strengthening its military capability. A component (Incorrect). This is the first component, as India has fought wars with its neighbours and is surrounded by nuclear-armed countries.

Option (2) Bringing about a universal proliferation regime with respect to weapons of mass destruction. Not a component (Correct). India took initiatives to bring about a universal and non-discriminatory non-proliferation regime, in which all countries would have the same rights and obligations about weapons of mass destruction. A ‘proliferation’ regime would spread such weapons, the very opposite. Just the prefix ‘non-’ was dropped, and India’s aim was turned upside down. Small prefixes like ‘non-’ and ‘un-’ deserve a second look.

Option (3) Meeting the security challenges within the country. A component (Incorrect). This is the third component: India has tried to preserve national unity against militant groups by a democratic political system in which communities can voice their grievances and share power.

Option (4) Development of its economy to ameliorate poverty and inequality. A component (Incorrect). This is the fourth component: an economy that lifts the mass of citizens out of poverty and misery.

NCERT: Contemporary World Politics — Chapter 5: Security in the Contemporary World (2025-26)