Border Agreements — Mains Questions

Analyze the evolution of India's approach to border agreements from the idealistic Panchsheel principles to pragmatic confidence-building measures. How has this evolution affected India's border management strategy?

The India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement (2015) is considered a model for resolving complex territorial disputes. Examine the factors that contributed to its success and assess its replicability to other border disputes.

Evaluate the effectiveness of confidence-building measures in India's border management, particularly with reference to the India-China border. What are the limitations of CBMs in preventing major border incidents?