Economic Implications of China's Rare Earth Export Controls on India's Electric Vehicle Industry

China's escalating export restrictions on rare earth elements represent a critical geopolitical supply-side shock to India's electric vehicle sector. Since April 2025, China has progressively restricted exports of 12 rare earth elements, impacting India's magnet supply chains and threatening EV production growth. This research examines the multifaceted economic implications through secondary data analysis, case studies of industry disruptions, and evaluation of government policy responses. The study reveals structural vulnerabilities in India's supply chain architecture, examines interconnections between geopolitical tensions and economic outcomes, and assesses the adequacy of strategic responses, including the National Critical Mineral Mission and Production-Linked Incentive enhancements. Findings suggest that strategic diversification through international partnerships, domestic capacity building, and innovation-focused policies is necessary to sustain India's EV transition amid geopolitical constraints.