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`Although Mongolia and India are geographically apart, there has been continuance of identical traditions and religio-racial affinities between the two countries. Their relations are very old and historic one in which Buddhism played a major role. The spread of Buddhism enabled the Mongols to learn about various dimensions of Indian philosophy and applied knowledge. The historical and cultural relations between Mongolia and India provide essential bedrock for further development of their relationship in the contemporary times. In that sense they are rightly called ``spiritual neighbours.`` These traditional contacts based on common Asian heritage and Buddhist culture have brought in a high degree of mutuality and inter-dependence between the two sides. Commonality of views on many global and regional issues and problems have given concrete shape to their close partnership not only in the political field but also in the economic and cultural realms. Over the years various treaties have been signed between the two countries in almost all areas, which serve as the basic legal instruments guiding their bilateral relations. The book analyses not only the historical roots of Mongolia-India relations but throws fresh light on the extent, pattern and substance of their relationship by exploring the religious and cultural exchanges between the two sides. While dealing with the movement of people between Mongolia and India, the book highlights the similarities of traditions, customs and way of life between the Mongols and Indian tribes in the North East India and level of their present interaction. The book also delves into impact of globalization on India-Mongolia ties both in the political and economic spheres, besides rejuvenating cultural contacts. It not only identifies constraints in the smooth conduct of economic and trade links but also explores ways and means of promoting and expanding bilateral relations in education, information technology, science and technology, agriculture and industry. This book, authored by a senior Mongolian diplomat, who has served in India for about two decades, is an asset to the Mongolists and also to all those interested in the study of Mongolia-India relations.`
ISBN-9788186505618
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Pages : 228
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