JK Policy Institute
By Javaid Trali Over the last several months, I revisited a range of books and literature on the recent political history of Kashmir, and I also had the privilege of…
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Introduction Agriculture and allied activities remain the backbone of Jammu and Kashmir’s rural economy. According to the 2011 Census of India, approximately 80% of the region’s population is directly or…
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Abstract Climate change presents one of the most complex and urgent challenges of the Anthropocene, demanding educational responses that move beyond awareness toward action, resilience, and justice. This paper examines…
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The discussion on public policy in peripheral territories like Jammu and Kashmir has always been shaped by domestic, strategic, and structural factors. However, amid these complexities, the landscape of higher…
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Within the lexicon of military grandeur, the mind naturally bows before the assertiveness of the infantryman, the audacity of the air force pilot, or the tough will of the ship…
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Introduction Over the past three decades, the region of Jammu and Kashmir has experienced prolonged political instability and socio-economic turmoil. These decades of uncertainty have significantly impeded the growth and…
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Introduction Education lies at the heart of every society’s moral and intellectual progress, and universities stand as its highest temples of learning, shaping citizens, generating ideas, and nurturing hope. In…
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Introduction Kashmir’s apple industry, a cornerstone of the region’s horticultural economy, faces recurring disruptions each harvest season due to climatic events and infrastructural vulnerabilities along the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway. These…
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Introduction Few regions in the modern world carry the combined burdens of beauty and bloodshed quite like Kashmir. Replete with idyllic valleys, snow-clad peaks, and cascading rivers that have inspired…
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The movement demanding wages for housework aims to recognise the impact that labour done by housewives ultimately has on the economy, which is otherwise completely invisible. This commentary examines the…
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Introduction For Kashmir, climate litigation could serve as a turning point. The region’s vulnerabilities are layered: rapid glacier retreat threatens agriculture, hydropower, and water security; pastoral and tribal communities face…
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Introduction Kashmir’s handicrafts are more than just beautiful objects; they are living traditions that carry centuries of history, skill, and culture. From the warmth of the Kangri to the elegance…
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