Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This dispute is a critical aspect of India's foreign policy, national security, and regional stability, frequently appearing in GS2 (International Relations) and sometimes GS3 (Internal Security) due to its implications for border management and internal security.
The India-China border dispute is a long-standing geopolitical issue concerning the demarcation of the boundary between the two countries, particularly in the Western (Aksai Chin) and Eastern (Arunachal Pradesh) sectors. China claims Arunachal Pradesh as 'South Tibet', while India asserts it is an integral part of its territory.