Weapons of Peace: The Inside Story of India's Quest for Nuclear Power
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is an acclaimed non-fiction work by veteran journalist Raj Chengappa . Published in 2000 by HarperCollins India , the book provides a definitive, behind-the-scenes account of India's 50-year journey to becoming a declared nuclear state, culminating in the 1998 Pokhran-II tests . Core Themes and Narrative
: The title reflects a unique Indian strategic perspective: that nuclear weapons are essential for deterring war and maintaining national sovereignty rather than for offensive use.