Some consequences of the Sino-Indian War of 1962 for India are :
Increased support for Tibetan refugees and revolutionaries:
- After the Sino-Indian War, India extended greater support to Tibetan refugees who had fled Tibet, including the Dalai Lama, who sought asylum in India.
- The Indian government allowed Tibetan refugees to establish settlements in the country, notably in Dharamshala, where the Tibetan government-in-exile is headquartered.
- India's support for the Tibetan cause continued to grow after the war.
The resignation of Defense Minister V K Krishna Menon:
- Defense Minister V K Krishna Menon faced criticism and was widely blamed for the lack of preparedness of the Indian military during the Sino-Indian War.
- As a consequence, he resigned from his position, taking moral responsibility for the military's unpreparedness.
Modernization of India's armed forces:
- The Sino-Indian War highlighted the need for India to modernize and strengthen its armed forces.
- The conflict exposed weaknesses in terms of equipment, strategy, and training. As a result, India undertook significant efforts to modernize and enhance its military capabilities.
- This included upgrading weaponry, improving training, and investing in defense infrastructure.
- The war served as a catalyst for the modernization of the Indian armed forces.
