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RATINGS: Sites are rated from 1 owl (good) to a high of 5 owls. Read more- Kargil Conflict Timeline
In 1999, armed conflict resurged in Kashmir's state of Kargil. This interactive timeline provides a map showing the positions of the Pakistani and Indian armies, and explains the shaping the conflict. Although it presents an accurate portrayal of the conflict, this Indian website focuses mainly on Indian affairs.
- Blood in the Snow: Ten Years of Conflict in Kashmir
Kashmir has been a site of struggle since the separation of India and Pakistan in 1947, but in recent years it has erupted into violence. Besides the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan, the Kashmiri people also fight for their independence. This website examines the violence of the past decade and looks at some of the major events of the conflict. Provided are interviews with and photos of some of the major political players, as well as regular citizens who lost family members or who took up arms during the conflict. It is a fantastic look into the world of Kashmir and the effect its plight has had on the entire world.
- The Official Website of Jammu and Kashmir Government, India
Despite the struggle over the region among India, Pakistan, and even China, Kashmir is technically a part of India. This is the official website of Kashmir's government, a body that holds a unique position in the structure of the Indian parliament. The area's history unfolds in a timeline of events and many primary source documents. Also included are studies of Kashmiri culture, geography, flora and fauna, economy, and much more.
- Kashmir: Where Conflict Rules
This comprehensive website from CNN describes the ongoing struggle in the Jammu and Kashmir state. Included are detailed descriptions of the conflict, maps and photo galleries, articles reporting on major associated events in the last few years, and links to related websites. Also available are audio and video clips profiling the India-Pakistan summit and the end of the ceasefire.
- K.E.W.A.
The Kashmir Environmental Watch Association (KEWA) is committed to preserving the beauty, resources, and wildlife of the land of Jammu and Kashmir. At its official website, learn about KEWA's efforts to preserve Kashmir's lakes, forests, and endangered animal species. Also discover what toll warfare takes on the Kashmir environment.
- United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan
Since 1949, the United Nations has had a hand in keeping peace between India and Pakistan as they debate the future of Kashmir. This website provides information on the U.N.'s work with links to official documents, maps, and a brief history of the organization's involvement.
- Flashpoint Kashmir
The BBC presents this website dedicated to the conflict over Kashmir. Included here are a question-and-answer section (providing a good overview of the conflict), articles about specific happenings and important political figures, audio clips, photos, and a detailed 50-minute video report on the Kashmir situation. Also provided is a timeline of major events linking to descriptive articles that include additional photos, audio and video clips, and maps.
The Question of Kashmir
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