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Why object to Islamic rule in Kashmir?
The allotment of land for the Amarnath shrine board was a trigger for the azadi sentiment in Kashmir, Hurriyat Conference Chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani, who has emerged a crowd-puller among the separatist leaders, tells Aasha Khosa.- We all know the history of Kashmiri separatism but what was the immediate provocation for the ongoing massive protests? The upsurge has not happened suddenly. The sentiment for azadi was always there. However, the transfer of 50 acres of forest land to the Amarnath shrine board made Kashmiris realise once again how insecure they feel. This acted as a trigger. Suddenly, people have started thinking about the 100,000 acres of land that is with the army. Posted by: john frum 2008-08-26 |
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