How has India’s nuclear policy evolved in response to regional security dynamics, global non-proliferation regimes, and its strategic doctrine of credible minimum deterrence, and what implications does this hold for South Asian stability and international nuclear governance?

India’s Nuclear Policy: Evolution, Strategic Logic, and Implications for Regional and Global Nuclear Orders Introduction India’s nuclear policy occupies a distinct position within the global nuclear landscape—shaped by its regional security imperatives, rejection of discriminatory non-proliferation regimes, and commitment to a doctrinal framework rooted in credible minimum deterrence. Unlike other nuclear-armed states, India developed its … Continue reading How has India’s nuclear policy evolved in response to regional security dynamics, global non-proliferation regimes, and its strategic doctrine of credible minimum deterrence, and what implications does this hold for South Asian stability and international nuclear governance?

How has India’s nuclear policy and diplomatic strategy contributed to its integration into the global nuclear order despite its non-signatory status to the NPT?

India’s Nuclear Policy and Diplomatic Strategy: Integration into the Global Nuclear Order Without NPT Membership Abstract India’s rise as a recognized nuclear power outside the framework of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) is one of the most significant case studies in global nuclear politics. Despite never signing the NPT, India has, over the past two … Continue reading How has India’s nuclear policy and diplomatic strategy contributed to its integration into the global nuclear order despite its non-signatory status to the NPT?