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Explain the principle of ‘Panchsheela’.

Panchsheela is the five principles established by Gautama Buddha for developing a friendly and peaceful relationship with all nations. It mainly emphasized the power of moral values. It is a policy of non-interference and focussing on equality and mutual benefit. Giving respect to territorial integrity is also one of the main concerns of the Panchsheela treaty established on 29th April 1954 between India and China.


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