1st Edition
Deterrence from Depth SSBNs in India’s Nuclear Strategy
Table of Contents
Preface
Acknowledgements
Tables and Figures
Introduction
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Nuclear Ballistic Missile Submarines Why are They Everyone's Favourite?
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American Fleet Ballistic Missiles Versatile Beyond 'Assured Retaliation'
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Hiding in Plain Sight Russian SSBNs in 'Bastion' Waters
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United Kingdom Independent or Interdependent SSBN Power?
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Force Océanique Stratégique (FOST) Doing Much More with Much Less
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Dragon's Dilemma Bastion or Open Patrol Strategy
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How Should India's Silent Guardian Sail? A Case for Six-Boomer CASD
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Conclusion
Key Terms and Abbreviations
Index
Biography
Anubhav Shankar Goswami is Doctoral candidate in Politics and International Relations at the Indo-Pacific Research Centre (IPRC), Murdoch University, Australia. His research focuses on nuclear strategy, with particular emphasis on nuclear brinkmanship. His work on nuclear deterrence, nuclear terrorism, non-proliferation, and the representation of nuclear weapons in popular culture has been published in India and abroad.
“Anubhav analyses the sea leg of India’s nuclear triad in a very logical manner and makes the case for enhanced submarine force levels. Brilliantly written and a fascinating read.”
— Rajesh Kumar (Retd) Former Commander-in-Chief, Strategic Forces Command, India.
“An incisive and engaging study of a topical issue that is rarely if ever discussed in India. A must read for those interested in the development of India’s Sea Based Deterrent.”
— Sanjay Mahindru (Retd) Former Deputy Chief of Naval Staff, India.
“By drawing out operational and doctrinal lessons from established strategic naval forces, the book fills an important gap in the existing literature and offers valuable context for thinking about India’s evolving sea-based nuclear deterrence posture.”
— Troy Lee Brown, Research Fellow, Defence and Security Institute (DSI), University of Western Australia, Australia.
“Given its rigorous analysis and the critical importance of its subject, this book belongs in the global strategic conversations.”
— Sriparna Pathak, Professor of China Studies, O.P. Jindal Global University, India.
“Deterrence from Depth is very well written and an important statement on India’s submarine nuclear strategy.”
— David Brewster, Senior Research Fellow, National Security College, Australian National University, Australia.
