SIPRI Yearbook 2026
2026-06-10 GS-2/ IR / GS-3 Security / Nuclear TechnologyHighSource: The Hindu
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India’s Nuclear Doctrine No First Use Credible Minimum Deterrence Nuclear Command Authority NPT/CTBT/TPNW Arms control & global disarmament.
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Students may assume India’s doctrine has shifted because some warheads are described as deployed. But India’s official doctrine still rests on No First Use + Credible Minimum Deterrence + Massive Retaliation.
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India’s Nuclear Doctrine was framed in a different geopolitical era. Critically examine whether it requires a review in the light of emerging security challenges.
- A.1. India’s nuclear doctrine is based on No First Use and Credible Minimum Deterrence.
- B.2. The Political Council of the Nuclear Command Authority is chaired by the National Security Advisor.
- C.3. India has signed the NPT but not the CTBT.
- D.4. India opposes the Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons partly due to absence of a credible verification regime.
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