Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA)
'A non-partisan, autonomous body dedicated to objective research and policy relevant studies on all aspects of defence and security. Its mission is to promote national and international security through the generation and dissemination of knowledge on defence and security-related issues.' (From their website.)
MP-IDSA was established as a registered society in New Delhi on November 11, 1965. Its mission is to provide objective assessments of issues relating to national and international security. MP-IDSA is funded by the Indian Ministry of Defence. It functions autonomously.
Commemorative Postage Stamp : To mark the 50th anniversary of the institute and its contribution to the nation, India Post issued a commemorative postage stamp on December 30, 2015.
Address:
Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses
1, Development Enclave (adjoining USI)
Rao Tula Ram Marg
New Delhi 110 010