This book investigates how the legacies of imperial rule continue to shape the foreign policy decisions of India and China in the post-imperial era. It examines the psychological and ideological impacts of past subjugation on contemporary state behavior, arguing that a shared history of being colonized influences their approaches to international relations and their perceptions of global power dynamics.

The book is positioned within the academic field of Asian Security Studies, suggesting a rigorous, research-driven approach. Its focus on post-imperial ideology indicates an engagement with critical international relations theory and historical analysis. The comparative framework between India and China points to a work intended to offer nuanced insights into the foreign policy motivations of these two significant global actors.