NEW DELHI: Like the Doklam plateau which had witnessed a 74-days long standoff between Indian and Chinese troops last year, the Indian Army is now focussing on six to seven such areas located along the Line of Actual Control ( LAC ), where there is a possibility of similar flashpoints occurring. It could happen here or elsewhere," he had said.Sources explained that the army is located at advantageous positions around Doklam over the PLA. Ground troops on both sides identify their country's perception of the LAC by landmarks such as boulders and trees. Such areas are called disputed territories.Sensitive areas are those areas which can trigger a confrontation. These areas are sensitive because they are located in dominating positions or where either side has prevented military construction activities.

Source: Economic Times January 21, 2018 14:36 UTC