Uncover the critical links between ethnicity, security, and separatism that define contemporary Indian politics. Maya Chadda’s seminal work meticulously examines how escalating ethnic tensions since the 1980s have challenged India’s unity and regional standing. This essential read explores the profound ways internal ethnic conflicts shape a nation’s international security perceptions and foreign policy. Ideal for students of political science, international relations, and South Asian studies, this book offers vital insights into India’s complex internal dynamics and their global implications.