The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Archive: Christine Fair on Developments in Kashmir
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May 10, 2025 Christine Fair, a professor at Georgetown University specializing in South Asian political affairs, joins Benjamin Wittes to delve into the aftermath of India's revocation of Article 370 in Kashmir. They discuss the region's political upheaval and the implications for local governance amid an intense military presence. Fair highlights the rising Hindu nationalism, the geopolitical anxieties related to Afghanistan, and how these factors intertwine with Kashmir's complex history. The conversation urges for international attention on the ongoing struggles and human rights issues facing the local population.
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Impact of Revoking Article 370
- Revoking Article 370 makes Kashmir fully subject to the Indian constitution.
- The territory was split and downgraded to union territories for tighter central government control.
Geopolitical Triggers for Action
- India's move was partly triggered by fears of a Taliban return impacting Kashmir.
- Trump's comments on Kashmir and Pakistan pushed India to act swiftly.
Cultural Fetishization of Kashmiri Women
- Hindu nationalists are promoting disturbing cultural attitudes towards Kashmiri Muslim women.
- This deepens communal tensions around the Kashmir issue.