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Geopolitically, water may be important, but it is unlikely that a fair resolution to the water issue will resolve the Kashmir issue. Starting in 1947 during par
by ajju 17y ago
Geopolitically, water may be important, but it is unlikely that a fair resolution to the water issue will resolve the Kashmir issue. Starting in 1947 during partition/independence both India and Pakistan have claimed Kashmir. Now it is a very emotional issue and one that is often seen has having 'national pride' attached to it.
- sgoraya 17y agoI agree - Though during the partition era, one of the key issues of the region was water and its control, thus both countries laying claim. (There are more issues of course, but the strategic control of water was one of the main factors.) Indeed, 'national pride' blinds folks in both countries. I do not see any resolution of the matter anytime soon as the water shortages become more acute over time, as clearly illustrated by the story.