Author: P R Chari
Pervaiz Iqbal Cheema/
Publisher: Manohar
Year: 2001
Language: English
Pages: 218
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8173044058
Description
This is the first objective effort to understand the complex issues involved at the Conference and capturing in their unique ways 'the spirit of Simla', from both sides of the border. Professors Chari and Cheema have painstakingly recreated the events and processes that led to the Agreement.
The Simla Agreement of 1972 was a historic event by any standard. It was agreed mutually by India and Pakistan, ended a rather unfortunate war, returned over ninety thousand prisoners in Indian custody to Pakistan and heralded the longest period of peace between the two countries.
Professors Chari and Cheema have painstakingly recreated the events and processes that led to the Agreement and the various nuances of each development. This is the first objective effort to understand the complex issues involved at the Conference and capturing in their unique ways 'the spirit of Simla', from both sides of the border.
At the end it turned out to be a 'wasted promise', yet not without significance. Even as India and Pakistan begin to grapple with their complex relations and heads of government meet in July 2001 at New Delhi, this book will provide a valuable backdrop to future development in South Asia.
Contents
Foreword
Introduction
The Simla Agreement: An Indian Appraisal
The Simla Agreement: Current Relevance?
Appendices
Bibliography
Index