The 1962 Sino-Indian War was primarily fought over which geographical region?

Correct option is A

Correct Answer: (a) Himalayan Border
Explanation
· The 1962 Sino-Indian War was mainly fought along the Himalayan border regions, particularly in:
· Aksai Chin (Ladakh sector)
· NEFA (North-East Frontier Agency, present-day Arunachal Pradesh)
These areas were disputed due to differing perceptions of boundary lines such as the McMahon Line.
Information Booster
· Key flashpoints:
· Aksai Chin: China claimed it as part of Xinjiang; India considered it part of Ladakh.
· NEFA: China rejected the McMahon Line as the boundary.
Additional Knowledge (Exam-Focused)
· The war began in October 1962 and ended with a unilateral Chinese ceasefire in November 1962.
· India’s Prime Minister at the time: Jawaharlal Nehru.
· Defence Minister: V.K. Krishna Menon.
· The war led to major reforms in India’s defence preparedness.