India wishes to be a permanent member of the restructured UN because:

(A) India is one of the most populous countries in the world, comprising almost one-fifth of the world population.
(B) India is also the world's largest democracy and has participated in almost all the initiatives of the UN.
(C) Though India's role in the UN's peacekeeping efforts is a long and substantial one, it has faltered in its financial contributions to the UN.
(D) India is aware that permanent membership of the Security Council also has symbolic importance.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B) and (D) only

The correct answer is Option (3) → (A), (B) and (D) only

(A) India is one of the most populous countries in the world, comprising almost one-fifth of the world population. (Correct). India's large population makes it a major global representative, a position that is not reflected in the current permanent membership structure of the UN Security Council.
(B) India is also the world's largest democracy and has participated in almost all the initiatives of the UN. (Correct). India's democratic values and its active and consistent participation in UN programs, conferences, and humanitarian efforts bolster its claim for a permanent seat.
(C) Though India's role in the UN's peacekeeping efforts is a long and substantial one, it has faltered in its financial contributions to the UN. (Incorrect). India has also made regular financial contributions to the UN and never faltered on its payments.
(D) India is aware that permanent membership of the Security Council also has symbolic importance. (Correct). Beyond the functional power of a veto, permanent membership signifies a country's status as a major global player and a recognized power, and India seeks this symbolic recognition.