Will India become the next superpower? If so when?
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India does not have the ability to become a superpower.  Russia could possibly do it, but they would have to discover an oil field in Siberia that riveled those in the Persian Gulf.  If China could actually get some of the rest of the orient on their side they could do it, but hafter centuries of hatred that is unlikely.  China might be able to do it on their own, but it is doubtful.  The next superpower will probably emerge in one of two ways...  Either a dictator like Sadam will conquor most of the Middle East, or much of Western Europe will decide that if they can all share one currency, maybe it is time to share one government.  If I was to wager money, I'd bet on Western Europe.
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India does if they the country is in good hands. A majority of India's already exploding population within the next 20 years will be the youth. That's why.
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India is the most powerful country in the world.
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I like this question. At least you are not asking if India will win the WC. Things are improving.
842138
Yes. There is every possibility of China turning out to be a Super Power. But as Indian we should feel proud and happy about the fact that India is also heel-to-heel and neck-to-neck with China for claiming its barth in the vehicle of Super Power.\nIf we're to believe the Western Economists, particularly the American Econimists and Sociologists, then the Centre of Power is likely to move from U. S. A to China and India by 2020 A. D. The US economy will collapse, the Stock Exchanges will be busted. They have also predicted the chance of India to be greater than China because India is the largest democracy of the world whereas China is still looming under Communist regime. The outside nations cannot get free access to the State Data to assess its real strength. Moreover, China is trying to control the World Economy and its balance of trade on its own hypothetical, superficial and abnormal terms. When the big business houses and MNCs find out India with greater buying and spending power then will discard China in no time and flock towards India. Dumping of cheap goods, with huge state subsidies, to other Countries to destroy its economy is also a very bad and suicidal policy adopted by China. Last year garments, lingeries and other apparrels valued millions of dollars were rejected by the European Countries and not claimed by the consignees, who ordered those, from the local Port and left to be unclaimed and destroyed. At that time Indian textile traders got a very good start to market their products at a higher price than initially offered by Chinese traders.\nDon't worry in the Super Power Lobby also Hindi-Chini would be Bhai Bhai.
688000
Why not?  India would be a perfect member in the UNSC.  India have proven that religion will not play a major role in its political decisions.  Maybe the world can learn from India.
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Yes, permanent membership is preferred. Without that\nno vote. India is a Major power in the world now .\n\n\nCheck out the US stand on this at the link.\n\nPermanent seat for India, yes.
485608
India is not only progressing fast in economy...it is far above China in spiritual knowledge, the most important factor for a country/society
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According to analysts, China will overtake the US around 2020. India will follow. Brazil will wake up one day. And if Europeans are clever, they will keep getting together, in order to have more "weight" in the world issues...
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For India to become a prime power in the world, it is going to have to do a superb job on ending local corruption.  A little thing Gandhi forgot about.\n\nI don't see that happening for at least 50 years.  Because India has 300 million people who speak English, and has a democratic tradition for 60 years, it will surpass China if the Chinese devolve into quarrelling and trying to maintain an economy based on "the Party."  But surpassing China, though a key benchmark, is not the same as unseating American power.\n\nBut for your dream to come true, local corruption has to shrink to the point where the smartest young people stay in the country with their PhDs instead of immigrating.
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Ofcourse it will be India.
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YOU ASKING ABOUT FIFA WORLD CUP.\nINDIA IS PROGRESSING WELL'\nBUT..\nI DONT THINK INDIA COULD COMPETE WITH KOREA AND IRAN.
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India will be a superpower in the next 25 years and Bollywood may one day surpass Hollywood as the capital of the world entertainment industry. This might seem like a pipe dream, but these are the answers thrown up by a Times-CNN poll conducted in four metros. \n\nThe optimism however is tempered by a feeling that the country’s infrastructure poses a challenge to its growth. The road ahead, many feel, is not so smooth, as structural and social issues could impede development. \n\nNearly 63 per cent respondents feel India’s infrastructure will ultimately prevent it from becoming a global economic power. The feeling is more strong among respondents in Mumbai (77 per cent) and Kolkata (67 per cent), two cities that are coping with the hard realities of poor infrastructure. \n\nAsked whether the current government was adequately addressing the rich-poor divide, 58 per cent respondents felt otherwise. Gautam Nath, executive VP, TNS India explains, "Respondents feel the government has not addressed the rich/poor gap problem adequately. \n\nIn Mumbai, the feeling has grown after the recent floods, which explains why 77 per cent Mumbaikars felt so strongly about infrastructure being an impediment to growth. Concerns such as the hike in petroleum prices, power problems, water crisis and rising costs of basic utilities make them feel the government has not been active where it should be." \n\nOf the four metros, the level of disillusionment with the government is higher in the National Capital (62 per cent) and the financial capital of the country (61 per cent) as compared to Chennai and Kolkata. In Kolkata, only 52 per cent feel strongly against the government. Perhaps, the socialist government there which actively promotes socio-economic parity has something to do with this mindset. \n\nOn HIV/AIDS, 52 per cent of all respondents felt the government had not done enough. Natural, considering that officially there are over 5.1 million HIV positive cases in India; unofficial estimates put the figure at around 8.5 million. And the numbers are growing. \n\nOn whether Bollywood would surpass Hollywood as the entertainment capital of the world, there was a marked divide between two cities with the highest stake in the Hindi-centric industry. Delhi (54 per cent) and Mumbai (49 per cent) had more Bollywood supporters than Chennai and Kolkata with their own established Tamil and Bengali film industries. \n\nNath says, "The results show that the government, usually known for its lack of proactiveness and slow start, needs to prioritise its processes and public image." \n\n\n\nThe poll, conducted by market research firm TNS, was done in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai. Seventy-five per cent of the respondents feel India could be the next superpower. What’s more, 41 per cent felt Bollywood could one day surpass Hollywood. \n\nAlso, with India’s GDP rivalling that of China, its firm commitment to democracy and a rapidly-growing rich and middle class, India’s future superpower status is assured, they feel. Mumbaikars (84 per cent) are more optimistic about the future. Delhi (75 per cent), Chennai (70 per cent) and Kolkata (68 per cent) are not so gung-ho.
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By 2020 , indian poitics scenario will be different surely, It will be in the hands of young & sensible people. And i am very optimistic about it. U can also become a part of this , coz the first step to bring the change has already been taken..by 4 Ex-IITians . They started a new political party called "Lok Paritran" and left there luxurious jobs, just for INDIA. Atleast it shows that they are more concerned about india than the politicians we have in our country right now who only thinks about there bank balance & prosperity instead of the country.The Era of Mahatma gandhi and Lal bahadur shastri will definetly be back. \nSo i make an appeal to all the youngsters of our country to go thru just once the official site of " Lok Paritran". To know there idealogy.\nJust type in google search "lok paritran" and u will get the official site.\nOr u can directly go to "www.lokparitran.org"\nTo bring a change , first we have to change.
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Well, i'm glad you're seeing world with a wide vision..\n\nYes in 2004 a statistical survey was conducted by US banks & financial institutions... Major banks like JP Morgan was involved to study the world economy after few decades... the survey produced an astonishing result!\n\nRESULT: After 50 years, China and India will fight for the world number 1 spot, with US behind by 1/2 ranks...\n\n1. China / India\n2. Japan / US\n\nThe suryvey was based on the current growth of china & India, but if the rate depreciates then the result may be different...\n\nReasons: \n\n* China will become the world leader in exports of consumer products, electronics, computer hardware services...\n\n* India will become the world leader in software industry and export man power worldwide to make its economy boom.. India already leads manpower in s/w industry\n\n* Japan will also be the world leader in automobile, electronics, technology...\n\n* US will be the world leader in research, technology, arms & weapons exports...but economy made down by constant terrorist wars and other competitors like china...\n\nThe World No 1 spot:\n\n* China has major chances than India because of its world largest communism idealogy. Even after supports from world biggest democratic countries, India will lose because of infrastructure and democratic beaureacracy..
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No.  India lacks the natural resources to make it a super power.\n\nThe USA has plenty of natural resources as it developed into a super power.  India lacks this benefit.  It societal structure will limit its abilities also.  The caste system will limit the intellectuals from working closely together.
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so many questions...\n\nfirstly a suggestion.(for your own benefit) please don't put abusive statements (like you have done)or someone will report you for abuse..\n\ndon't worry i haven't..\n\nnow your answers...India has a future, a bright one. but yes there are hinderances (i sound like an astrologer. hee.hee..). it may sound cliched but yes corruption and poverty need to be removed at any cost. we need to unite and rise above caste based politics..\nit might win the fifa world cup. but definitely not in the near future. because india has a long way to go as far as football is concerned and due attention has to be given to this sport. the value of rupee will surely rise as the position of india in the world economy is becoming stronger.. \nNO PAKISTAN DOESN'T SUCK..\n( I AM AN INDIAN)\nits just the terrorists and the fundamentalists there who suck..(same applies for india).\nIndia is already on the path of becoming a super power\nINDIA ROCKS AND I LIKE BOLLYWOOD..\n\nAND YES.. I AM MAD..JUST LIKE YOU