Kashmir as a Nuclear Flashpoint: Complexities of the Issue and Measures for its Resolution

Authors

  • Kinza Javed Fatima Jinnah Women University
  • Afshin Ikram Fatima Jinnah Women University
  • Nimra Safdar Fatima Jinnah Women University
  • Zainab Iqbal Fatima Jinnah Women University
  • Nadia Khadam Fatima Jinnah Women University

Abstract

The paper aims to highlight the issues related to the disputed territory called Kashmir located between India and Pakistan and to look for possible ways for their resolution. The dispute broke out after the partition of the Subcontinent in 1947 and was presented to the UN Security Council by India in 1948 under Article 35 of the UN Charter. The unrest at Line of Control and unleash on the innocent unarmed Kashmiri people has been continuing since the dispute arose. In August 2019, due to the revocation of special status of Kashmir by Modi’s regime, curfew was imposed and extreme violations of human rights of the Kashmiri people took place. Pakistan protested on the situation and there was escalation on both sides; however, both countries are equipped with nuclear technology and there is an apprehension that Kashmir can be regarded as a nuclear flashpoint. This study concludes that a peaceful settlement of this dispute is required or else if nuclear war is started, it will impact global peace and security. Thus, the international community should make comprehensive and fruitful efforts to address this issue.

Author Biographies

Kinza Javed, Fatima Jinnah Women University

Kinza Javed is an ambitious student of law at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Pakistan. She is enthusiastic for research work that is based on protection of rights of women, children or any other vulnerable social groups. She has keen interest in research work related to International law. Her participation in 6th Global Issues Conference on the issue of Kashmir boosted her assertiveness and determination to present her viewpoint at an international forum.

Afshin Ikram, Fatima Jinnah Women University

Afshin Ikram is a vigilant student of law at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Pakistan. Her prime interest is in Shariah Law, Criminal Law and International Humanitarian Law. She is enthusiastic and determined for research work that was motivated by the idea to work for the growth and protection of humanity. Her participation in the 6th Global Issues Conference on the issue of Kashmir enhanced her confidence to raise her voice for the protection of Humanity.

Nimra Safdar, Fatima Jinnah Women University

Nimra Safdar is an ambitious student of law at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Pakistan.

She is interested in research based on justice system. She has much interest in laws related to justice especially for women. She has participated in the 6th Global Issues Conference with the view that she wants to raise a voice for justice in Kashmir.

Zainab Iqbal, Fatima Jinnah Women University

Zainab Iqbal is currently working as a Lecturer in the Department of Law at Fatima Jinnah Women University Rawalpindi, Pakistan. She has completed her Master's Degree (LLM International Law) in 2019 at the International Islamic University, Islamabad. In her LLM, she wrote the thesis on “The Need for a Comprehensive Arms Trade Treaty to Prevent Violations of International Humanitarian Law”. She has served as a consultant for various international organizations including UN Women, British Council and EU.

Nadia Khadam, Fatima Jinnah Women University

Nadia Khadam is currently serving as Assistant Professor/Head of the Department of Law at Fatima Jinnah Women University, Pakistan. After getting practical advocacy experience, she joined the Ph.D program in Criminal Law, Policy and Procedure. Her areas of research are criminal law, cybercrime laws, cyber security policies, e-commerce policy and reform in the justice sector of Pakistan. She is associated with different initiatives with reference to internet governance in Pakistan. Moreover, she represented Pakistan at different national and international forums.

Published

2022-03-31

Issue

Section

Global Issues Conference Proceedings