Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country.
1. India and its armed forces have come a long way from the debacle of 1962 war with China. What changes were introduced subsequently after the war and what further needs to be done to safeguard Indian interests? (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
Sixty years later, we can take reassurance from the fact that India and its armed forces have come a long way and there will be no replay of the 1962 debacle. We must, however, bear in mind that China in this interregnum has seen phenomenal economic, technological and military growth and vies with the USA for the global “pole-position”.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the consequences and changes introduced after Sino-Indian War of 1962 and what further needs to be done.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Give the context of the outbreak of Sino-Indian War of 1962 and its outcome.
Body:
In the detail, mention the consequences of Sino-Indian war on various fronts like Political, Foreign Affairs, Defence and Military, and Ideological etc.
Next, write about the changes that were brought in to prevent such a debacle from happening and what further needs to be done.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing the bitter lessons learnt in 1962 are relevant in modern day geopolitics.
