Increased Tensions in Kashmir: Consequences for India and Internationally
Increased Tensions in Kashmir: Consequences for India and Internationally

Author(s): Patryk Kugiel
Subject(s): Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, Civil Society, Government/Political systems, International relations/trade, Politics and society, Sociology of Politics, Peace and Conflict Studies
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: India; Kashmir; violations of human rights; mass protests; Indian conflict with Pakistan; increased tensions;
Summary/Abstract: The deteriorating security situation in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir is becoming a growing challenge for India. Reports on violations of human rights are increasingly publicised. The mass protests of the Kashmiris against the Indian authorities are not weakening, and the risk of escalating conflict between India and Pakistan is increasing due to more frequent exchange of fire on the border. It is unlikely that peace in the region could be brought about in the near future. Kashmir will therefore remain a source of internal instability in India, a flashpoint in the conflict with Pakistan, and an increasing problem for EU relations with India.

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