Exercise Lal Qila and the Thorat Plan

These notes on Exercise Lal Qila and the Thorat Plan transform the 1962 Indo-China war from a narrative into a sharp strategic lesson. They explain how Chinese probing at Longju, Khimzamane, and Kongka Pass tested India’s political will, depth, and escalation control, and how the Army responded with a rare, honest strategic exercise. The logic of defence-in-depth, early warning, delaying positions, and the decisive Thorat Line is presented with exam-ready clarity, linking operational art, logistics, and civil-military decision-making. For a DSSC 2026 aspirant, these notes build the exact analytical perspective required to answer questions on strategy, leadership, and Himalayan warfare with confidence and originality

Ideal for: DSSC 2026 aspirants, officers preparing Military History, and anyone serious about strategic studies.