Despite being referred to as 'Azad' (free), POK does not enjoy genuine autonomy. The political framework and governance of the region remain tightly controlled by Islamabad.
Addressing the National Human Rights Commission’s foundation day programme in New Delhi, the Vice President also cautioned that pernicious forces were trying to show India in a ‘bad colour’.
Others on the list submitted by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres's office include Russia, the Islamic State, al-Qaeda, Boko Haram, Afghanistan, Iraq, Myanmar, Somalia, Yemen & Syria.
'The Billion Dollar Death Trade' report released by UN Human Rights Office claims Russia, China & Singapore were major suppliers while India and Thailand contributed lesser amounts.
Indian Army's creation of a human rights cell alone won't fix the systemic collapse of checks and balances that result in indiscipline and extreme violations.
In a report, the Forum for Human Rights in J&K said the 11-month lockdown since last August hugely impacted public health & violated the basic rights of the people.
Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.
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