Which is not a part of the UN Resolution’s (1948) recommendation about the three step process to resolve the Kashmir issue?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Democracy to be de-institutionalised in the State of Jammu and Kashmir.
Option (1) Pakistan to withdraw its entire nationalities, who entered into Kashmir. A step (Incorrect). This was the first step.
Option (2) Democracy to be de-institutionalised in the State of Jammu and Kashmir. Not a step (Correct). The resolution of 21 April 1948 had only three steps, and none of them dealt with democracy in the State.
Option (3) India to progressively reduce its forces so as to maintain law and order. A step (Incorrect). This was the second step.
Option (4) A plebiscite to be conducted in a free and impartial manner. A step (Incorrect). This was the third step.
NCERT (2025-26): “Roots of the Problem … In October 1947, Pakistan sent tribal infiltrators from its side to capture Kashmir. This forced the Maharaja to ask for Indian military help. India extended the military support and drove back the infiltrators from Kashmir valley, but only after the Maharaja had signed an ‘Instrument of Accession’ with the Government of India. However, as Pakistan continued to control a sizeable part of the state, the issue was taken to the United Nations Organisation, which in its resolution dated 21 April 1948 recommended a three step process to resolve the issue. Firstly, Pakistan had to withdraw its entire nationalities, who entered into Kashmir. Secondly, India needed to progressively reduce its forces so as to maintain law and order. Thirdly, a plebiscite was to be conducted in a free and impartial manner. However, no progress could be achieved under this resolution.…” |