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“India’s advancements in undersea warfare capabilities, including nuclear and conventional submarines and unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), are crucial for strengthening its naval power and regional security in the Indo-Pacific”. Discuss.

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Category: Science and Technology (GS -III),

Test Date: 23 Dec 2024

Approach:

  • Introduction: Briefly introduce India's focus on enhancing its naval power (undersea warfare capabilities)
  • Key Developments: Nuclear-powered Submarines (SSBNs): INS Arighaat; Conventional Submarines: Mention the ongoing Project-75; Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs)
  • Strategic Implications:
    • ensuring regional security, particularly in the Indo-Pacific in line with India's vision of a free, open, and inclusive maritime order
    • These capabilities position India as a key maritime power capable of securing its interests and supporting regional stability
  • Challenges: Budgetary constraints, delays in project execution, need for increased indigenous content
  • Conclude  (Reiterate importance of undersea warfare advancements for India’s naval strength and regional influence)

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