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Would a shorter war preserve shipping for India's food supply?

The absence of a Japanese threat would ease the shipping shortage affecting food transport around India.

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Question

Would a shorter war preserve shipping for India's food supply?

Short answer

Yes. A shorter war without a Japanese threat would leave more shipping available to move food around India.

Notes

A shorter war without Japanese attacks would leave more shipping available around India. Those vessels could help carry the food needed there.