Should India go for war against Pakistan? What is your opinion?

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Chaitanyesh
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Should India go for war against Pakistan? What is your opinion?
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  • War always leads to huge loss of life
  • Diplomacy and pressure work better long-term
  • Calibrated military response (not necessarily full war) could be justified

That’s a really thoughtful and serious question.
My opinion is: No, India should not go for war against Pakistan — unless absolutely no other options are left.

Here’s why:

  • War always leads to huge loss of life, for soldiers and civilians on both sides. It's not just a military thing — families, economies, and futures get shattered.
  • Modern wars are unpredictable, especially between two nuclear-armed nations like India and Pakistan. A small conflict could escalate dangerously.
  • Diplomacy and pressure work better long-term. Today’s global world allows India to use international diplomacy, economic strength, and alliances to isolate and pressure Pakistan without firing a shot.
  • India has more to lose. As a growing global power, India’s image, economy, and stability are better protected by showing maturity and restraint rather than aggression.
  • Internal challenges need focus. India has its hands full with economic development, social harmony, technology, and leadership roles internationally. A war would derail that progress.

However, if there is a direct, undeniable, and repeated provocation that threatens Indian lives and sovereignty — and all diplomatic channels are exhausted — then a strong, calibrated military response (not necessarily full war) could be justified.

In short: Strength with restraint is wiser than reckless aggression.

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