India in the New South Asia: Strategic, Military and Economic Concerns in the Age of Nuclear Diplomacy (Library of International Relations)

"In recent years, South Asia has become a flashpoint of conflict between the nuclear powers of India and Pakistan over the interconnected problem of Kashmir and cross-border terrorism. B.M. Jain here re-evaluates India's security, strategic and nuclear policy in the new South Asia of the post 9/11 era. He also provides a reappraisal of the regional security implications of India's turbulent relationships with Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Furthermore, he examines the strategic engagement of America, Russia and China with South Asian states. This book will be invaluable for public policy-makers, researchers, and undergraduate and graduate students of South Asian studies."--Bloomsbury Publishing. The New South Asia Differs Fundamentally From The Old South Asia Of The Cold War Era. Undeniably, The Region's Geopolitical, Geostrategic And Security Landscape Have Undergone A Major Transformation Following The Nuclear Weapon Tests Carried Out By India And Pakistan In May 1998, And The Events Of 9/11. B.m. Jain Here Argues That These Developments Have, On The One Hand, Contributed To Enhancing Pakistan's Geostrategic Importance To The United States; Fighting A Global War On Terror With The Military And Logistical Support Of Pakistan. However, On The Other, India's Loss Of Strategic Pre-eminence With The Attainment Of Nuclear Parity By Pakistan Has Complicated The New Delhi-islamabad Relationship On The Interconnected Issues Of Kashmir And Cross-border Terrorism. Jain Addresses How The Unprecedented Terror Attacks In Mumbai In November 2008 Whipped Up War Hysteria In Both India And Pakistan, Thereby Jeopardizing South Asian Security And Stability As Well As Threatening Global Peace And Security. Furthermore, It Critically Examines India's Relations With Neighbouring Countries In Light Of The Latest Developments, Such As The Maoist-led Government In Nepal, Fragile Democracy In Pakistan, The Ongoing Ethnic Conflict Between Ltte And Sri Lankan Government Forces, And The Rise Of Anti-india Radical Militancy In Bangladesh. In Light Of This, The Book Re-evaluates Inda's Security And Strategic Policies In The New South Asia Of The Post 9/11 Era As Well As Making A Reppraisal Of Its Turbulent Ties With Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh And Sri Lanka By Taking Into Account Geostrategic Concerns And Interests Of The United States, Russia And China In The Region. This Book Will Be Invaluble For Public Policy Makers And Strategic Analysts Who Are Working Hard Towards Realizing The Vision Of A Democratic, Secure And Peaceful South Asia, As Well As For Academic And Student Community Engaged In The Study Of India And South Asia.--book Jacket. South Asia In The Global Age -- The Post-cold War Geopolitical Shift In South Asia -- India's Nuclear Policy -- India And Pakistan: Issues, Options And Future Directions -- India And Other South Asian Countries: Political, Security And Strategic Dimensions -- India, The United States And South Asia: Emerging Trends And Strategic Challenges -- Rise Of China: Strategic Implications For South Asia And India's Responses -- Conclusions. B.m. Jain. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Annotation In recent years, South Asia has become a flashpoint of conflict between the nuclear powers of India and Pakistan over the interconnected problem of Kashmir and cross-border terrorism. B.M. Jain here re-evaluates India's security, strategic and nuclear policy in the new South Asia of the post 9/11 era. He also provides a reappraisal of the regional security implications of India's turbulent relationships with Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Furthermore, he examines the strategic engagement of America, Russia and China with South Asian states. This book will be invaluable for public policy-makers, researchers, and undergraduate and graduate students of South Asian studies Chapter 1: South Asia in the Global Age -- Chapter 2: The Post-Cold War Geopolitical Shift in South Asia -- Chapter 3: Ethno-religious Conflicts in South Asia -- Chapter 4: India's Nuclear Doctrine and Diplomacy -- Chapter 5: India and Pakistan: Issues, Options, and Future Directions -- Chapter 6: India and other South Asian Countries: Political, Security, and Strategic Dimensions -- Chapter 7: India, the United States, and South Asia: Emerging Trends and Strategic Challenges -- Chapter 8: Rise of China: Strategic Implications for South Asia and India's Response -- Chapter 9: Conclusion This book will be invaluble for public policy makers and strategic analysts who are working hard towards realizing the vision of a democratic, secure and peaceful South Asia, as well as for academic and student community engaged in the study of India and South Asia. --Book Jacket