India-Nepal Border Disputes

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India and Nepal Border Disputes

• GS2 International Relations

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India and Nepal Border Disputes

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Gunji
  near Kalapani, Uttarakhand has sparked
  controversy in Nepal.
• Nepal's opposition parties allege that Modi
  visited their territory without prior
  notification and demand an explanation.

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Kalapani-Limpiyadhura-Lipulekh Tri-Junction

• The region, spanning over 1,700 kilometers, is a
  subject of dispute stemming from the historical
  1816 Sugauli Treaty that delineated the border.
• Both India and Nepal claim this region, despite
  being under India's administration.

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Sugauli Treaty of 1816

• This treaty defined Nepal's territorial
  boundaries after the Anglo-Nepal War.
• Key provisions included establishing Nepal's
  boundaries, with the Kali River as the western
  border, but it lacked specifics on the river's
  origin.

Origin of the Border Dispute

• Nepal claims the Mahakali River's origin at
  Limpiyadhura, forming the basis of its
  territorial claim.
• India asserts that the River Kali originates from
  the south of Kalapani, which it considers part of
  its territory.

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Strategic Significance of Lipulekh and Kalapani

• The region is strategically significant for
  border security and geopolitical considerations.
• It also serves as a vital route to Kailash
  Mansarovar, a pilgrimage destination.

Recommendations for Resolving India-Nepal Border
Disputes

• Advocate for a diplomatic and negotiated
  resolution.
• Focus on historical evidence and joint border
  management.
• Foster people-to-people contacts and enhance
  diplomatic dialogue.
• Collaborate on cross-border crime prevention for
  sustainable peace and security.

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