NSCN (National Socialist Council of Nagaland)

The National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) is an insurgent group formed in 1980, seeking greater autonomy or independence for Nagaland, a region in northeastern India. Comprising mainly Naga ethnic groups, it aims to preserve their culture and political identity. The NSCN has historically engaged in negotiations with the Indian government but has also resorted to armed conflict. It operates through various factions and has signed ceasefires at times, but its ultimate goal remains the establishment of an autonomous or independent Naga homeland. The group plays a significant role in the region's complex political and security landscape.