3 war and acts of terrorism from across the border. There is thus a need to prepare for the multi-faceted security challenges that lie ahead.  Current Dynamics/ No War No Peace.  A concerted effort is being made by our adversaries to shrink the space for conventional wars, through prosecution of unconventional operations at the lower end of the spectrum and threats of early and irrational use of nuclear weapons at the other. While conventional war will remain central in the construct of the spectrum of operations, the Indian Army will continue to prosecute effective Counter Insurgency/ Counter Terrorism operations to ensure deterrence through punitive responses, against state sponsored proxy war.  Ensuring territorial integrity along the Line of Control (LC), Actual Ground Position Line (AGPL) and Line of Actual Control (LAC) is the prime responsibility of the Indian Army. Any adversarial attempt to alter the status quo along our borders will be dealt with in a firm and resolute manner.  Line of Actual Control. In case of any deliberate ‘transgressions’ along the Line of Actual Control, actions will be taken to resolve the issue to our advantage with minimum escalation, in consonance with existing Agreements and Protocols. However, there is a need to be prepared for any escalation.  Line of Control. Along the Line of Control, operational capacities will be further strengthened to maintain moral and operational ascendency and also enhance our punitive response options to greater depth, effect, sophistication and precision.  Internal Security. When requisitioned to deal with internal threats and challenges, the Indian Army will prosecute operations in a firm manner using the principle of minimum force, focussing on winning hearts and minds, providing security to the local populace and uphold the principles of Human Rights.  Island Territories. In addition to our land borders, we shall continue to enhance our capacities to defend our Island