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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Arpan Rai

A comparison of India and Pakistan’s armies and nuclear arsenals

India Pakistan
  • The targeted cross-border strikes between India and Pakistan have raised concerns about a potential war between the nuclear-armed neighbours.
  • India's military is significantly larger than Pakistan's, ranked fourth globally compared to Pakistan's twelfth position by think tank Global Firepower.
  • India's defence spending is substantially higher than Pakistan's, and it possesses more tanks and aircraft.
  • Both countries have similar nuclear capabilities, with India possessing an estimated 172 warheads and Pakistan around 170.
  • While India has a military advantage, a prolonged conflict would strain both nations and potentially expose India to risks from China.

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How do India and Pakistan’s armies and nuclear arsenals compare to each other?

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