Iran’s Nuclear Imbroglio at The Crossroads: Policy Options For India On account of pertinent international, regional and domestic dynamics, the Iranian nuclear imbroglio is at uncertain crossroads. There are however reasons for optimism. This is because of Iran’s continuing engagement with the IAEA and P5+1 and strong opposition from major powers to a military solution. In the light of the above dynamics, the Paper points out dilemmas being encountered by India and ends by exploring possible policy options in the evolving situation. S. Samuel C. Rajiv | | Occasional Papers
Drug Trafficking in India: A Case for Border Security Trafficking of drugs takes place overwhelmingly through land borders followed by sea and air routes. Given the vulnerability of the borders to drug trafficking, India has tried to tackle the problem through the strategy of drug supply and demand reduction, which involves enacting laws, co-operating with voluntary organisations, securing its borders and coasts by increasing surveillance, as well as seeking the active cooperation of its neighbours and the international community. Pushpita Das | | Occasional Papers
Deterrence in the Shadow of Terror: US Nuclear Weapons Policy in the Aftermath of 9/11 The paper assesses that in the aftermath of 9/11, efforts to improve and sustain the potency of US nuclear arsenal are far more pertinent than efforts to reduce their salience. S. Samuel C. Rajiv | | Occasional Papers
The Terror Challenge In South Asia and Prospect of Regional Cooperation Publisher: Pentagon Security International This book is an attempt to study the problem of terrorism in South Asia, which has often been perceived as its hub. The contributors to the volume belonging to South Asian region have provided valuable insights on the issue of terrorism and have also suggested measures to deal with the problem. They consider terrorism as a phenomenon that has been harmful to society, economy and polity of the South Asian nations. At the same time, they also point out that there should not be over-emphasis on the use of force. In fact, a calibrated use of force is likely to be more effective. ISBN 978-81-8274-599-5 , Price: ?. 695/- E-copy available Anand Kumar | | Book
India’s Neighbourhood: Challenges in the Next Two Decades Publisher: Pentagon Security International The chapters in the book take a prospective look at India's neighbourhood, as it may evolve by 2030. They underline the challenges that confront Indian policymakers, the opportunities that are likely to emerge, and the manner in which they should frame foreign and security policies for India, to maximise the gains and minimise the losses. ISBN 978-81-8274-687-9, Price: ₹ 995/- E-copy available Ashok K. Behuria , Rumel Dahiya | | Book
Peace and Stability in Afghanistan: The Role of Neighbours The security deficit can be filled to a large extent by Afghanistan’s neighbours if they can be persuaded to accept the responsibility, including by contributing troops to a UN-mandated peacekeeping force. Gurmeet Kanwal | December 13, 2012 | IDSA Comments
In Pursuit of a Shield: US, Missile Defence and the Iran Threat The US pursuit of missile defence in order to counter and/or hedge against Iran's ballistic missile capabilities coupled with concerns generated by its nuclear programme has had significant strategic consequences. Iran on its part has pursued these capabilities as part of its asymmetric strategy to overcome its strategic vulnerabilities flowing from US encirclement, short-comings in force levels vis-a-vis neighbours and resource constraints in building effective conventional forces. S. Samuel C. Rajiv | 2012 | Monograph
Armed Forces Special Powers Act: The Debate The debate over the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), has been raging within affected states, armed forces, central and state police organisations, human rights groups, legal fraternity and the central leadership. There have been different views and opinions voiced based on strongly held beliefs. This monograph attempts to present some of these diverse views, with the aim of capturing the ongoing debate. Vivek Chadha | 2012 | Monograph
Murky Waters: Politics in the South China Sea What makes the South China Sea compelling is its global strategic significance both in terms of trade and energy, which has given rise to the strategic presence of a dangerous number of actors cast in multiple roles. Melissa M. Cyrill | December 11, 2012 | Backgrounder
Egypt in Crisis: Learning the Hard Lessons of Democracy Egypt is realizing that democracy is not an easily procured fruit, especially in a nation where political movements have been suppressed for decades and peoples’ sentiments can be easily swayed either way. Rajeev Agarwal | December 08, 2012 | IDSA Comments
