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Nagorno-Karabakh
South Caucasus, between Armenia and Azerbaijan
Why in news
Apr 2026
The unresolved enclave dispute underlies the Azerbaijan-Armenia hostility that complicates India's Caucasus reset.
Key facts
- The former Armenian enclave in Azerbaijan; Baku took full control in September 2023.
- Most of its Armenian population left after the takeover.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its location and the parties disputing it.
Mains
Mains (GS-2): the dispute and its implications for regional stability.
Asked in UPSC
2023
Frequently asked questions
Why is Nagorno-Karabakh in the news?
Apr 2026: The unresolved enclave dispute underlies the Azerbaijan-Armenia hostility that complicates India's Caucasus reset.
Why is Nagorno-Karabakh important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its location and the parties disputing it. Mains (GS-2): the dispute and its implications for regional stability.
Last updated: 2026-10-09