RAW: An Instrument Of Indian Hegemony

The Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), created in 1968, has assumed a significant status in the formulation of India's foreign policies and strategies. Working directly under the Prime Minister, it has over the years become and effective instrument of India's national power. In consonance with Kautilya's precepts, RAW's espionage doctrine is based on the principle of waging a continuous battles of intrigues and secret wars.RAW, ever since its creation, has always been a vital actor in Indian policy-making apparatus. But it is the massive international dimensions of RAW operations that merit a closer examination