JK Policy Institute
We are committed to utilizing evidence-based approaches to advance policy advocacy, aiming for a long-lasting, sustainable impact on the future. This humble initiative, powered by a diverse team, has worked on the ground and generated knowledge across various subjects related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. By collaborating with communities and other institutions to promote sustainability initiatives, our objective is to foster a shared commitment to sustainability.
Disclaimer: This commentary is inspired by a debate in political philosophy, and references Kashmir to make arguments more contextually relevant. It is not intended to advocate for replacing democracy-in whatever…
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Introduction The Kashmir Valley, often called “Paradise on Earth,” is celebrated for its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and distinct seasons. However, beneath this picturesque beauty lies a grim reality—seasonal…
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The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of India has been a transformative step in empowering local self-governments, known as Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and strengthening democratic governance at the grassroots level.…
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Introduction: Improper disposal of garbage waste in the panchayats and municipalities of the Kashmir Valley is attracting wild animals into human habitations, leading to an increased risk of problematic interactions…
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Always under the spotlight for the politics concerning this region, the vital human geography of Kashmir has never really got the kind of primacy it deserves. While a lot has been written in praise of its scenic splendour, not much focus is accorded to the elements responsible for its natural magnificence – its climate, the geography, and its interactions with the people, and vice versa.
This is perhaps why this place has not attracted the kind of scholarship it should ideally have given its geological past – of being a place desiccated from water – of an ancient lake called Sati-Sara, or having been part of the Tethys Ocean.
Even in global concerns vis-à-vis climate change, Kashmir rarely finds a mention. This is despite this region being situated within the world’s highest mountain range— the Himalayas, which are vital to the global climate, and dictate & determine the human geography & political economy of billions not only in the Indian subcontinent but the entire South Asia.
With all these observations, fears & doubts in mind, JK Policy Institute’s work is focused on SUSTAINABILITY and other matters concerning the human geography of the region.
