| ID | 054608 |
| Title Proper | Kashmiris and the Kashmir conflict |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Habibullah, Wajabat |
| Publication | July 2004. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | In the already abundant writings on Kashmir, the past year has seen two valuable additions by scholars both eminent in the field. The two books under review are very different in approach, and offer very different prescriptions for a resolution to the conflict. Robert Wirsing’s Kashmir in the Shadow of War, as the title suggests, sounds a somber, sometimes even pessimistic note refraining from explicit suggestions for a resolution, instead outlining how channels can be created to foster peace. Sumantra Bose, in his Kashmir: Roots of Conflict, Paths to Peace, presents as yet unexplored ways towards resolution in what he understands to be the problem. In an area so vexed and so debated, it will be difficult for the avid follower of events to agree with either prescription offered. In fact, the questions raised by both remain unanswered and could, if followed through, exacerbate rather than solve the problem—at least with respect to the aspirations of Kashmiris. |
| `In' analytical Note | India Review Vol. 3, No.3; Jul 2004: p 239-253 |
| Journal Source | India Review Vol: 3 No 3 |
| Key Words | Kashmir ; Conflict-Kashmir ; Jammu and Kashmir |