Abstract
Pakistan detonated its nuclear test on May 28, 1998 in the Chagai hills which is
along the western border of the province, Baluchistan. Many personalities and
organizations were involved in developing the nuclear device against a backdrop
of political, security and economic constraints, as well as opportunities. India’s
1974 nuclear explosion had proved a fundamental flashpoint for Pakistan‘s nuclear
program. Pakistan decided to accomplish its vow to “eat grass or go hungry” in its
mission on its advance for the nuclear weapons. Pakistan’s nuclear program
evolved under immensely intricate and challenging security dilemmas and
circumstances. Historical experience, a combination of cultural nuances,
idiosyncrasies of personalities, and domestic politics existed throughout the
nuclearization process. Pakistan faced regional crises, geographical compulsions,
technical challenges, global politics, external pressure and international
propaganda to nuclear materials know-how.
Iram Khalid , Zakia Bano. (2015) Pakistan’s Nuclear Development (1974-1998): External Pressures, South Asian Studies, Volume 30, Issue 1.
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