Why are relations between India and Pakistan strained?
Relations between the two states have been defined by the violent partition of British India in 1947 which started the Kashmir conflict, and the numerous military conflicts fought between the two nations. Consequently, their relationship has been plagued by hostility and suspicion.
Can Indian and Pakistani Be Friends?
International Development students Mehrin Shah and Anushna Jha talk about their friendship which transcends the India-Pakistan border. The fact that an Indian and a Pakistani can be really good friends was and is still a “pleasant surprise” for many.
What were the long term effects of the partition on the relationship between Pakistan and India?
What were the long term effects of the Partition on the relationship between Pakistan and India? Over a million people died, people were displaced, Britain lost India. Why was the colony of India divided into India and Pakistan in 1947? Where did most Muslims live?
Why do India and Pakistan still fight over Kashmir?
Indian and Pakistani troops fought in Kashmir in 1948, with India taking control of most part of the valley, while Pakistan occupied a smaller area. India and Pakistan continue to clash over Kashmir. Like US and Canada? Liberal historians say that Jinnah and Mahatma Gandhi wanted cordial ties between newly independent states.
How does the conflict in Afghanistan affect Indo-Pakistani relations?
The conflict in Afghanistan has also had spill-over effects on Indo-Pakistani relations. The strategic partnership agreement between India and Afghanistan and the growing Indian presence in that country, have only added to Pakistan’s concerns that India is attempting to squeeze it from both the east and west.
Why are there tensions between India and Pakistan?
The tensions between India and Pakistan are deeply rooted in their common history. Their failure to reconcile their differences ultimately resulted in the partition of the Sub-continent. The partition itself was the result of a legal and constitutional process approved by both the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League.
What does Pakistan need to do to improve its relations with India?
For its part, Pakistan will need to reassure India that it respects the legitimate and sovereign rights of India and Afghanistan to develop their bilateral relations.