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Nathu La
Sikkim, India
Why in news
Aug 2026
The Indo-China border pass, reopened in 2006 after its post-1962 closure, resumed cross-border trade with China after six years.
Key facts
- The Indo-China border pass, reopened in 2006 after its post-1962 closure, resumed cross-border trade with China after six years.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask which states or countries it connects.
Mains
Mains (GS-1/GS-3): strategic connectivity and border infrastructure.
Asked in UPSC
2007
Frequently asked questions
Why is Nathu La in the news?
Aug 2026: The Indo-China border pass, reopened in 2006 after its post-1962 closure, resumed cross-border trade with China after six years.
Why is Nathu La important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask which states or countries it connects. Mains (GS-1/GS-3): strategic connectivity and border infrastructure.
Last updated: 2026-10-09