INDIA VS CHINA: MILITARY STRENGTHS IN NUMBERS
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India and China are two giant neighbours who have substantial heft when it comes to defence
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According to Global Firepower Index, India is ranked as the fourth strongest military in the world, just after China
India allocated $73.9 billion for defence in 2023-24, while China reserved $229 billion of its budget for the military
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There is gap between India and China when it comes to defence but statistics give a myopic view, considering several factors
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China has organised its miltary in seven commands and has 2.5 million personnel. India, meanwhile, has 1.5 million
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But Indian forces have an edge in high-altitude mountainous environments and are deployed close to the border
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Further, China has 3,304 aircraft, while India has 2,296. Also, China has fifth-generation stealth fighter, whereas India has 4.5 generation fighters
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The Chinese Navy China has a fleet strength of 730, which includes 61 submarines and 3 Helicopter Carriers
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India, on the other hand, has a fleet strength of 294 with 18 subs and 0 Helo carriers
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Both India and China are blue water navies, meaning they can operate globally with their aircraft carriers
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China edges out India in tank count with 5,000 compared to India's 4,614
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But India boasts a formidable presence with 3,243 towed artillery pieces, dwarfing China's 1,434
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