Decades-long dispute simmers over Arunachal Pradesh, claimed by China but administered by India, the disagreement hinges on a contested historical boundary. Here are some things to know about it.
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The dispute centers on Arunachal Pradesh, a northeastern state in India bordering Tibet. China claims this region as part of "South Tibet."
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The disagreement hinges on the validity of the McMahon Line, a boundary drawn by the British in 1914.
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China argues historical control over the region, while India emphasizes the McMahon Line agreement signed with Tibet.
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The unresolved dispute has led to occasional military standoffs and diplomatic spats between India and China.
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A significant event was the Sino-Indian War of 1962, where China briefly occupied parts of Arunachal Pradesh before withdrawing.
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Even today, China contests Indian leaders' visits to Arunachal Pradesh and issues maps reflecting its territorial claims.
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Despite the dispute, India maintains firm control & continues development projects in Arunachal Pradesh.