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Jaishankar at UNHRC: India's Mandate Reflects Global Trust, Zero Tolerance for Terror

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the 61st Session of the UN Human Rights Council virtually, stating India's elected mandate reflects the trust of the international community, particularly the Global South. He outlined India's approach to advancing human rights through dialogue, capacity-building, and genuine partnerships, while rejecting politicisation and double standards. Jaishankar emphasized India's successful use of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and technology to promote inclusion and access, offering to share these experiences. He also reiterated India's firm, uncompromising stance of zero tolerance towards terrorism, calling it a grave human rights violation requiring collective resolve.

Key Points: Jaishankar at UNHRC: India's Global Trust & Anti-Terror Stance

  • Advocates human rights via dialogue, not politicisation
  • Highlights India's DPI tech for inclusion
  • Zero tolerance for terrorism
  • Commitment to Global South partnership
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"India's mandate reflects trust of international community," Jaishankar at 61st Session of UNHRC

EAM Jaishankar addresses UNHRC, highlights India's human rights approach via dialogue, tech, and firm zero-tolerance policy against terrorism.

"Terrorism is among the most egregious violations of human rights, and there can be no justification. - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, February 26

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday, in his virtual address at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, highlighted Indian advocacy for advancing human rights through dialogue, capacity-building and genuine partnerships.

Jaishankar advocated non-politicisation, selectivity or double standards of advocating human rights selectivity or double standards.

In a post on X, he said, "Addressed the 61st Session of UN Human Rights Council virtually. As an elected member, India's mandate reflects the trust and expectations of the international community, especially of the Global South. Highlighted: Our advocacy for advancing human rights through dialogue, capacity-building and genuine partnerships, and not by politicisation, selectivity or double standards. The successful use of DPI and technology in advancing inclusion and access. India stands ready to share its learning and experiences with our partners. Zero tolerance and no justification for terrorism, the most egregious violator of Human Rights."

Jaishankar said, "As the world's largest democracy, India remains firmly committed to working with all members and observers to promote and protect all human rights for all people based on equality, openness and respect. For us, human rights are not abstract ideals, but an integral part of our civilizational ethos."

Jaishankar noted that the marginalisation of any group eventually undermines the rights of all.

"We have consistently underlined dialogue over confrontation, consensus over division and human-centric development over narrow interests. Our vision is rooted in the understanding that the insecurity of any region or the marginalisation of any group eventually undermines the rights and well-being of all," he said.

Jaishankar also reflected upon India's zero-tolerance policy for terrorism.

"We remain firm and uncompromising, Mr President, in our opposition to terrorism in all forms and manifestations as well. Terrorism is among the most egregious violations of human rights, and there can be no justification, especially when innocent lives are targeted. Confronting terrorism requires collective resolve, and we look at this concern and to the United Nations at large to advocate zero tolerance for terrorist acts," he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
Glad he highlighted India's use of DPI (Digital Public Infrastructure) like Aadhaar and UPI. It's a game-changer for financial and social inclusion. We have real, practical solutions to share with the world, not just empty rhetoric.
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Rohit P
The link between terrorism and human rights violations cannot be overstated. Nations that shelter or sponsor terrorists are the biggest violators. India's zero-tolerance policy is the only sane approach. Hope the UNHRC listens.
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Sarah B
While the vision of dialogue over confrontation is admirable, I hope this principle is applied consistently at home as well. A genuine human-centric approach must include listening to all voices within our own diverse society. Respectful criticism from a well-wisher.
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Vikram M
"Human rights are not abstract ideals, but an integral part of our civilizational ethos." This is so true. The concept of *Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam* (the world is one family) is at the core of our approach. Proud to see India leading with its ancient wisdom on a global stage.
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Karthik V
The trust of the Global South is key. For too long, international bodies have been dominated by a few powerful nations. India's elected membership and its mandate give a voice to developing countries. This is a significant shift in global governance.

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