History of Kashmir

The Rise of China is likely to result in military conflicts in East Asia

by Owais Rajput

The East Asian region is the most economically dynamic in the world. China, a major nuclear power and possessing the... more The East Asian region is the most economically dynamic in the world. China, a major nuclear power and possessing the largest army in the region, is experiencing explosive economic growth coupled with an increase in military modernization; this situation has created concern among her neighbours. There is the complex pattern of rising tensions between china and Taiwan; increasing militarism in the South China Sea; ongoing hostilities between North and South Korea and anxiety over North Korea’s stability and its nuclear capability.
Thus the nations in this region face many obstacles over disputed territories that could hinder their co-operation in regional economic and security problems; these disputes remain sources of tension, suspicion, and misunderstandings. China’s rapid economic development is accompanied by an increasingly active foreign policy and growing military might. Because of the defence modernization, the increase of the defence budget and disputes in the region, for some China is a military threat.
In this paper I will look at whether the rise of china will increase the risk of conflict or whether it would improve stability in the region. I will look briefly at the disputes in this region, the arms build-up and better relationship institutions.

Account for the difficulty in achieving a universally-accepted definition of a ‘terrorist’ and ‘terrorism’.

by Owais Rajput

Terrorism is the unlawful or threatened use of force or violence on people or property to compel or intimidate... more Terrorism is the unlawful or threatened use of force or violence on people or property to compel or intimidate governments or societies, often to achieve political, religious, or ideological objectives. However it is difficult to define terrorism because all acts of terrorism are open to interpretation.

Hard to Reach Communities: Living in the UK, and Issues Facing British Muslims of Kashmiri Heritage Born & Bred in the UK

by Owais Rajput

In my presentation I will focus on British Muslim Communities living in UK; my main focus will be on the British local... more In my presentation I will focus on British Muslim Communities living in UK; my main focus will be on the British local community with Kashmiri heritage, as most of the time they are labelled in the media as “Home Grown Radicalised” Muslims, even if they are the fourth & fifth generation born & bred in UK.

I will also focus on Processes to Radicalisation in UK, in local communities, again particularly in the Kashmiri community.

I will also focus on design and delivery processes so far used by authorities in de-radicalisation processes and the results so far, and why we need to change those design and delivery processes, especially when we focus on the British Diaspora with Kashmiri heritage, the fourth & fifth generation born & bred in the UK.

Kashmir Conflict, South Asian Security & Global Peace

by Owais Rajput

Kashmir: the past ten years

by Alexander Evans

Asian Affairs, 1999

The Kashmir Insurgency: As Bad As It Gets

by Alexander Evans

Small Wars and Insurgencies, 2001

Why Peace Won't Come to Kashmir, Current History

by Alexander Evans

Generating change, The World Today

by Alexander Evans

Reducing Tension is not enough

by Alexander Evans

Washington Quarterly, 2001

After 13 violent years, an air of change surrounds Kashmir. In Pakistan, old truths are being reconsidered, even if... more After 13 violent years, an air of change surrounds Kashmir. In Pakistan, old truths are being reconsidered, even if Pakistan’s commitment to Kashmir cannot be. In India, a newly acknowledged confidence has the potential to encourage action. In the United States, a policy grounded in the realities of the Cold War is being replaced by a new set of regional priorities.
Change, in this case, really could be for the better. A more realistic policy from Pakistan, without missing the need to meet Kashmiri desires, could mend a frayed relationship with the West and provide a basis for serious talks with India.

Kashmir: A Tale of Two Valleys

by Alexander Evans

Asian Affairs, 2005

The Kashmir Valley has changed dramatically since 1947. This article compares the Kashmir Valley with the Neelum... more The Kashmir Valley has changed dramatically since 1947. This article compares the Kashmir Valley with the Neelum Valley.
By writing about both it illustrates the pace of social and
environmental change across Kashmir. It also introduces the community of British Kashmiris, most of whom come from Mirpur and who have only recently defined themselves as Kashmiris by primary identity.

A departure from history: Kashmiri Pandits

by Alexander Evans

Contemporary South Asia, 2002

Most Kashmiri Pandits living in the Kashmir Valley left in 1990 as militant violence engulfed the state. Some 95% of... more Most Kashmiri Pandits living in the Kashmir Valley left in 1990 as militant violence engulfed the state. Some 95% of the 160,000–170,000 community left in what is often described as a case of ethnic cleansing. Why did they leave? What political movements have followed? Much of the present focus is on those who have left, but the small minority who remain in the Kashmir Valley may be more important in determining what kind of society Kashmir becomes.