Internal Conflicts

"Internal Conflicts: A Four State Analysis" presents a distinctive approach to understanding protracted conflicts in South and Southeast Asia. Instead of solely dissecting the causes, this work rigorously examines the profound consequences of these conflicts across India (Northeast, Jammu & Kashmir, Naxalism), Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It explores how these consequences actively undermine state efforts to achieve stability, foster development, and secure lasting peace in the region, focusing on the critical interplay of ethnic identity, political management, and economic factors.

Why You Should Read?

• Gain a unique perspective on conflict resolution by focusing on the consequences rather than just the origins of internal strife.
• Explore in-depth analyses of six specific conflict zones within India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
• Understand the pivotal roles of ethnic/cultural identity, political governance, and economic pressures in perpetuating or resolving regional conflicts.
• Benefit from insights contributed by a network of regional experts through studies facilitated by the Centre for Security Analysis (CSA).