Line of Actual Control (LAC)

The Line of Actual Control (LAC) is the de facto boundary between India and China in the Himalayan region, representing the area where both countries have established military presence and control. It is not an officially agreed international border but a loosely recognized line resulting from past conflicts and negotiations. The LAC is important because it helps prevent misunderstandings or accidental clashes, but disagreements over its exact demarcation have sometimes led to tensions. Essentially, the LAC is a practical boundary that guides military and diplomatic interactions between the two nations in the region.