The Evolution of Nuclear Deterrence in South Asia (CISS Insight, Vol II, No. 2&3, June-September 2014) (original) (raw)

The Evolution of Nuclear Deterrence in South Asia explores the changing dynamics of nuclear deterrence between India and Pakistan, drawing on historical examples such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and the 2001-02 military standoff. The author argues that the presence of nuclear weapons has fostered a level of crisis stability, preventing escalation through the fear of mutual destruction. While acknowledging the influence of the United States in Pakistan's strategic culture and the limitations in addressing nuclear pessimism, the book offers a comprehensive analysis of the region's security landscape, recommending it as essential reading for students of international relations and strategic studies.