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(a) Explain the defence and foreign policy options of India to address the challenges emerging out of the current India-China standoff at the Line of Actual Control (LAC). (20 marks)

(b) Explain the importance of India's claim for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council. (15 marks)

(c) Discuss the efficacy of India's 'no first use' policy (nuclear weapons) in the context of the evolving strategic challenges from its neighbours. (15 marks)