India-China Relations Explained | UPSC | Current Affairs | by Gaurav Garg Sir

India-China Relations | Strategic, Economic & Geopolitical Analysis for UPSC Mains | Civil Services with Neelesh

In this comprehensive UPSC Mains current affairs lecture, Gaurav Garg Sir from Civil Services with Neelesh dives deep into the India–China Relations – covering historical, strategic, economic, and geopolitical dimensions.

✅ Topics Covered:

Power differential between India and China

Border disputes: LAC, Aksai Chin, Arunachal Pradesh

1962 War and its long-term impact

Post-war normalization (1988–2003)

Bilateral trade and India's growing trade deficit

Water disputes over the Brahmaputra River

China's strategy in South Asia and the Indian Ocean (String of Pearls)

India's balancing acts: QUAD, Act East, naval partnerships

Participation in China-led platforms: SCO, BRICS, AIIB

Strengthening relations with France, Japan, US, ASEAN, Vietnam & Australia

📚 PYQs Discussed:

2012: Evaluate India–China relations in the context of growing economic ties and strategic rivalry.

2017: China's economic and military rise – India’s strategy?

2018: Why did India join QUAD despite China’s opposition?

2020: Indo-US relations vs India–China convergence

Other indirect UPSC Mains questions involving Maldives, Afghanistan, etc.

🎯 Perfect for:

GS Paper II (International Relations)

GS Paper III (Security & Strategic Issues)

Essay & Interview preparation

UPSC Prelims & Mains current affairs

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