II. Peace Process Information

Armed with background knowledge about the subcontinent you are now in the position to begin formulating peace plans for the region.

Begin in 1971 when an important agreement,

was signed by India and Pakistan just after a war over Kashmir.
 
  • What were the terms of the agreement, and how did the countries attempt to meet them?
 
  • In what ways did this agreement work?
 
  • How did it fail?
  Figure out what aspects of the agreement are applicable to the conflict over Kashmir today.

You must be wondering, what is the solution to these problems?

You can read proposals for positive steps to reach a solution and improve relations by turning to
the Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies' site that's got it all: news reports, opinion and analysis.
You can access recent events by clicking the archives button and even find out everything you ever
wanted to know about the present crisis on the borders of Pakistan and India.

Go to this site to get unbiased reports and serious analysis.
 

Is there any hope for future peace between India and Pakistan?

The next site offers links to both countries' reflections on where they stand after 50 years.

By clicking on the years you have the unique opportunity to see the maps of the regions at key moments in their past. You can also refresh your knowledge by viewing the profiles of both countries which have maps and national anthems.

The site is interesting and offers a variety of options such as a slide show and audio-visual reports of the region.
 

Recently, attempts have been made to bring about peace.

Assess the success of these attempts based on your knowledge of the present situation by visiting these sites.

The leaders of Pakistan and India met each other and promised to become friends.
Is this really going to happen?
  Subcontinent Sees a Light

The PM of Pakistan discussed recent agreements made in Washington about the pull out of troops with the Pakistani armed forces in CNN's
 

The U.S. has played a role in the peace process.
The PM of Pakistan met the US President in Washington and pledged to pull out troops from India.
Are the two countries going to accept these efforts?
 

 

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