Prelims · 2 Modern India · 2.15 Post-independence consolidation

2.15.7 Wars of 1947-48, 1962, 1965 and 1971

India fought Pakistan in 1947-48, 1965 and 1971 and China in 1962; the first three confirmed its borders in Kashmir and created Bangladesh, and the 1962 defeat reshaped defence and politics.

  • APPSC Group 2 · Prelims
  • Standard level
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Key terms

  • Kashmir war
  • Sino-Indian war
  • McMahon Line
  • Tashkent Agreement
  • Shastri
  • Bangladesh
  • Indo-Soviet Treaty
  • Shimla Agreement
  • Indus Waters Treaty

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