"Kashmir is an integral part of India. It faces certain challenges and hence is treated specially by the constitution and the central government. The government's policy towards Kashmir is -
Political
a) Special powers and certain autonomy is given to J&K according to Article 370 of the constitution.
b) Serious talks have been initiated with the Hurriyat and other separatists.
Economic
a) Economic development of Kashmir and its people is a top priority. Construction of power plants, upgrading tourism facilities and provision of basic infrastructure have been taken up.
b) Schemes like UDAAN would reduce the inclination of the youth towards extremist movements.
Military
a) Pakistan is looking to destabilize Kashmir for its own vested interests. India hence is firm and right in protecting its territory.
b) The government through AFSPA is trying to bring peace and stability by removing terrorist elements.
Social
a) Inter-connecting through the rest of the country to create psychological bonding.
b) Relocating Kashmiri pundits to neutralize the religious extremism.
Challenges Ahead
a) Need to address the trust deficit in certain areas.
b) Rapid development, creation of job opportunities can incentivize rejection of extremism.
c) Promise state government to create local PRIs.
d) Violations by armed forces has created resentment. So, confine the military presence to mainly the LoC region.
e) Restart dialogue with separatist groups and Pakistan to find a permanent solution."
Unfortunately, rather than pursuing a political solution in Kashmir, successive governments in New Delhi have pursued a militaristic policy on Kashmir. If the Kashmir issue is resolved, not only would this costly arms race come to an end, it would open up the multipliers of economic cooperation and trade.Today, Kashmir stands as a potential nuclear flashpoint which could consume the lives of millions of people in an instant. Widespread human rights abuses have taken place and grave injustices have been carried out against our people. Furthermore, any lasting solution must be a just one, and that necessarily means recognising and upholding the Kashmiri people’s aspirations and right to self-determination. The solution will have to be acceptable to all parties – India, Pakistan and the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The entire region is waiting for India to come forward for peace.
Political
a) Special powers and certain autonomy is given to J&K according to Article 370 of the constitution.
b) Serious talks have been initiated with the Hurriyat and other separatists.
Economic
a) Economic development of Kashmir and its people is a top priority. Construction of power plants, upgrading tourism facilities and provision of basic infrastructure have been taken up.
b) Schemes like UDAAN would reduce the inclination of the youth towards extremist movements.
Military
a) Pakistan is looking to destabilize Kashmir for its own vested interests. India hence is firm and right in protecting its territory.
b) The government through AFSPA is trying to bring peace and stability by removing terrorist elements.
Social
a) Inter-connecting through the rest of the country to create psychological bonding.
b) Relocating Kashmiri pundits to neutralize the religious extremism.
Challenges Ahead
a) Need to address the trust deficit in certain areas.
b) Rapid development, creation of job opportunities can incentivize rejection of extremism.
c) Promise state government to create local PRIs.
d) Violations by armed forces has created resentment. So, confine the military presence to mainly the LoC region.
e) Restart dialogue with separatist groups and Pakistan to find a permanent solution."
Unfortunately, rather than pursuing a political solution in Kashmir, successive governments in New Delhi have pursued a militaristic policy on Kashmir. If the Kashmir issue is resolved, not only would this costly arms race come to an end, it would open up the multipliers of economic cooperation and trade.Today, Kashmir stands as a potential nuclear flashpoint which could consume the lives of millions of people in an instant. Widespread human rights abuses have taken place and grave injustices have been carried out against our people. Furthermore, any lasting solution must be a just one, and that necessarily means recognising and upholding the Kashmiri people’s aspirations and right to self-determination. The solution will have to be acceptable to all parties – India, Pakistan and the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The entire region is waiting for India to come forward for peace.
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