Border Disputes — Prelims Strategy
Prelims Strategy
For Prelims, the focus should be on factual accuracy and geographical knowledge. Aspirants must be able to identify the specific disputed territories, the countries involved, and their geographical locations (e.
g., Kalapani in Uttarakhand, Doklam near Sikkim, Sir Creek in Gujarat). Key agreements and treaties (e.g., Shimla Agreement, Treaty of Sugauli, Land Boundary Agreement) and their years are important. Constitutional provisions like Article 1 and Article 3, and landmark judgments such as the Berubari Union case, are frequently tested.
Understanding the difference between terms like LoC and LAC is critical. Recent developments and their locations (e.g., Galwan Valley in Ladakh) are also high-yield areas. Use maps extensively for visualization and memory retention.
Create flashcards for specific facts, dates, and names. Pay attention to the forces deployed at different borders (BSF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles). Vyyuha's exam radar indicates a trend towards questions that test the precise location of these disputes and their associated historical or legal contexts.
Practice MCQs that involve matching pairs or identifying correct statements to strengthen recall.