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Kashmir: The Unwritten History

Christopher Snedden
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In Kashmir: The Unwritten History, politico-strategic analyst Christopher Snedden contends that, in October 1947, pro-Pakistan Muslims in south-western J&K instigated the Kashmir dispute-not Pukhtoon tribesmen invading from Pakistan, as India has consistently claimed. Later called Azad Kashmiris, these people, Snedden argues, are legitimate stakeholders in the unresolved dispute. He provides comprehensive new information that critically examines Azad Kashmir's administration, economy, political system and its subordinate relationship with Pakistan. Azad Kashmiris considered their administration to be the only legitimate government in J&K and expected that it would rule after J&K was re-unified by a UN-supervised plebiscite. This poll has never been conducted and Azad Kashmir has effectively, if not yet legally, become a (dependent) part of Pakistan.

Long disenchanted with Islamabad, some Azad Kashmiris now favour independence for J&K, hoping that they may survive and prosper without recourse to either of their bigger neighbours. Snedden concludes by assessing the various proposals that have been mooted to resolve Azad Kashmir's international status and the broader Kashmir dispute.

ISBN/SKU9789350298978
ImprintHarper Collins
LanguageEnglish
FormatPaperback
Pages435
Year of Pub.2013
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For the Fauji Within: A Curation of Authentic Tales

At Fauji Days, we delve deep to bring you authentic narratives that capture the essence of the military experience. Our carefully curated collection features stories of valour, sacrifice, and camaraderie, penned by military leaders, serving personnel, and those deeply connected to the armed forces.

Name this unique place famous for its intersection of soldiering and sports.

That one village, one family, one street gave India 14 Olympians, an unrivaled track record even today. Take a look at the haul:

14 Olympians – 15 medals (8 Gold, 1 Silver, 6 Bronze)

10 Asian Games players – 13 medals (4 Gold, 8 Silver, 1 Bronze)

5 Arjuna Awardees

4 Maharaja Ranjit Singh Awardees

2 Padma Shri winners

1 Tenzing Norgay (National Adventure) Award winner.