Abstract
South Asian strategic concepts are generally analysed in the backdrop of the Cold War model. Conclusions inferred from this comparative analysis could help bring out valuable lessons, but also lead to incorrect assumptions, as there are several similarities and dissimilarities between the two models. The „Stability-instability paradox‟ was one of the several concepts evolved during the Cold War period to explain why „stability‟ at the strategic level between the two Super Powers led to „instability‟ at the lower levels of the conflict. This paradox continues to remain a subject of intense debate in South Asia as well, essentially to explain various regional crises in the post-nuclearization period. This article challenges some of the commonly held perceptions and aims to provide an alternative perspective on South Asian „stabilityinstability paradox‟, essentially to develop better understanding of the impact of nuclearization on the South Asian strategic stability.

Dr. Adil Sultan. (2014) South Asian Stability-Instability Paradox: Another Perspective, IPRI Journal, Volume-14, Issue-1.
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