Open Border — Mains Questions

Analyze the challenges and opportunities presented by the India-Nepal open border arrangement in the context of India's neighborhood policy and internal security concerns.

Examine the role of the Treaty of Peace and Friendship (1950) in shaping India-Nepal relations and evaluate its relevance in contemporary geopolitical context.

Discuss the security implications of the India-Nepal open border and suggest measures to address these concerns while maintaining the spirit of bilateral cooperation.