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Pakistan Nuclear Doctrine from Minimum Deterrence to Full Spectrum Credible Minimum Deterrence (FSCMD)

Abstract

In this study, attempt is made to briefly highlight theories and correlates them with Pakistan’s nuclear doctrine. Theoretical foundation of this study is based on realist philosophy and the off-shoots of realism. Nuclear doctrines are developed to deter aggression or deal with circumstances involving probable nuclear warfare. Pakistan’s nuclear ability has deterred Indian military from any aggression. Despite having entrenched political differences, the two republics have not aspired for any large-scale military adventure ever since the acquisition of nuclear capability. SverreLodgaard framed the term “political advantage,” for exultant deterrent role of Pakistan’s nuclear weapons. It is asserted hither efficacious practice of nuclear deterrent to preserve strategic objectives embedded sense of “virtual victory” in the psyche of Islamabad stationed bureaucrats. This doctrine stems from Pakistan’s opposition to Indian declaration that South Asia falls in Indian sphere of influence. Nuclear doctrine of Pakistan is though unwritten/customary yet, it is based on various handouts issued by national command authority (NCA) and Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). Statements and interviews of civilian strategists, senior serving and retired government armed forces officials serve the purpose of providing policy guidelines for customary nuclear doctrine

Authors

  • Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed
  • Assistant Professor, Dept. of Politics & International Relations , University of Sargodha, Pakistan
  • Muhammad Jawad Hashmi
  • Lecturer, Dept. of Political Science and International Relations, University of Gujrat, Hafiz Hayat Campus Gujrat, Pakistan
  • Saima Kausar
  • M. Phil Scholar, Dept. of Politics and International Relations, University of Sargodha, Pakistan

Keywords

Nuclear Doctrine, Realism, South Asia, NCA, Realism

DOI Number

10.35484/pssr.2019(3-II)07

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http://doi.org/10.35484/pssr.2019(3-II)07

Page Nos

86-101

Volume & Issue

v3-2

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