9781032725505, Kashmir and the Future of South Asia, Sugata BoseAyesha Jalal (eds.), Routledge (Manohar Publishers & Distributors), Hardcover, English, Worldwide

Sugata Bose is a renowned historian and professor, specializing in South Asian history, with a focus on colonialism and post-colonial state formation. He is a professor at Harvard University and has authored several influential works on modern India and South Asia. Ayesha Jalal is a distinguished historian, known for her expertise on Pakistan and South Asian politics. She teaches at Tufts University and has published widely on issues of nationalism, identity, and international relations in the region. Both authors are leading scholars with extensive contributions to the field of South Asian studies.

• Introduction: Kashmir and South Asia

  • Overview of the Kashmir Conflict
  • The Strategic Importance of Kashmir in South Asia

• Historical Context of the Kashmir Dispute

  • The Partition of India and the Kashmir Question
  • The Role of Colonial Legacy

• The Geopolitics of Kashmir

  • India, Pakistan, and China: Regional Implications
  • International Involvement and Diplomacy

• Kashmir: Politics, Identity, and Nationalism

  • Kashmiri Nationalism and Self-Determination
  • Ethnic and Religious Identities in the Region

• The Human Cost of the Kashmir Conflict

  • Human Rights Violations and Political Repression
  • Displacement, Violence, and Societal Impact

• Economic and Developmental Challenges in Kashmir

  • Economic Struggles and Opportunities
  • The Role of Development in Conflict Resolution

• The Future of Kashmir and South Asia

  • Pathways to Peace and Conflict Resolution
  • Prospects for Regional Stability and Cooperation

• Conclusion: South Asia’s Future Beyond Kashmir

  • Long-term Implications for South Asian Politics
  • The Role of Global Powers and Regional Cooperation

• Binding: Hardcover
• Publisher: Routledge (Manohar Publishers & Distributors)
• ISBN: 9781032725505
• Edition: 2024