Caatsa and Indian Defence Sector

Abstract

this research paper aspires to explore the possible implication of caatsa [ countering American adversaries through sanction act] act. passed by united states congress in year 2017. the act emerged as a distinguished issue in the realm of international business. it sought to counter the threats from Russia, north Korea, Iran by means of imposing sanctions. under the act economic sanctions are to be imposed on countries engaged in significant business with these countries. India, on one side has been a close ally of Russia historically on the other side it is also a strategic partner of USA. finally, as a result India has found itself caught in a complex geopolitical trap. this research paper will examine the impact of caatsa on shaping of India’ foreign policy, analyse its potent ramification on India’s defence energy and diplomatic relations. India has been playing an active role in supporting the non-proliferating regime and international regime for peaceful use of outer space. Moreover, it has also been engaged actively in discussions on cyberspace. light will be thrown on key aspect i.e., to consider ‘expectations of close ties between India and USA. in the end paper proposes policy recommendations for mitigating adverse effect.