Sino-Indian War

1962 CE

China launched a surprise attack across the disputed Himalayan border, rapidly overwhelming Indian forces. China declared a unilateral ceasefire after a month, retaining Aksai Chin.

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Conflict · South Asia

Sino-Indian War

1962 CE

China launched a surprise attack across the disputed Himalayan border, rapidly overwhelming Indian forces. China declared a unilateral ceasefire after a month, retaining Aksai Chin. The war shattered Nehru's non-aligned foreign policy and continues to shape Sino-Indian relations.

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