Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

Mohd Shafi Bhat ¹

Affiliations
1 Govt. Degree College Bijbehara, Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir, IN

Abstract

The politics of identity in the state of Jammu and Kashmir is deeply ischolar_mained in its multiple and myriad forms of identities. All identities are important in their own respects. Each of the identities has its own claims and aspirations. From the view point of moral- political philosophy one identity cannot be privileged over the other unless it concerns to the equal claims over the shared cultural and political space. Multiplicity of identities and identity politics emanates from the complex nature of diversity of the Kashmiri society which has evolved over a period of time. Though Kashmiri identity is presumed to be the dominant identity of the state, there are other equally important identities which do not necessarily wish to be subsumed within the fold of Kashmiri identity. The multilayered internal diversities unfold multiple trajectories of identity articulations and subsequent politics of identity. It is in this context that the present paper seeks to locate the multiple identity politics in the state of Jammu and Kashmir&seeks on the limits&varied challenges to the Kashmiri identity politics. The study makes it clear that it is only during the present phase of conflict that the inner complexities of the state have come to the fore more sharply.

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Mohd Shafi Bhat ¹

Affiliations
1 Govt. Degree College, Bijbehara, Anantnag, J&K, IN

Abstract

JIJK is one of the most influential Islamic organisations in Kashmir. Its literature as well as ideologues has exercised a powerful impact on Kashmiri Muslims. As an ideological party, the ways and methods adopted by Jamaati-Islami to realise its objectives, are governed by the ideology it upholds. It believes in and practises all peaceful, democratic and constructive methods for propagating its faith and realising its objectives. As a modern popular reformist movement organisation based on Islamic ideology of Quran and Sunnah, JIJK has developed a distinct style and methodology in propagating the message of Islam and in affording proper guidance to the Muslim community in implementing the values and laws that characterize the Islamic system of life. Through it's well-studied and elaborately planned programmes, JIJK strives to prove that the Islamic ideology and the Islamic way of life is the most practical and befitting solution to the woes of the present day world. The present paper attempts to trace the formation and development of JIJK, from its inception to the present phase, when it is active in establishing its strong knit in the state, besides playing an active role in the politics of the state. The paper begins with the brief history of JIJK, ideology, creed, methodology, Jamaat's views on Sufism, articulation of Kashmiri identity, Jamaat's role during Holy Relic Agitation 1963, role in electoral politics, tie up with armed struggle which started in 1989 as well as its role and relevance in the socio-political set-up of the state.

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Mohd Shafi Bhat ¹

Affiliations
1 ICSSR, New Delhi., IN

Abstract

The Israel- Palestine conflict has dominated the political discourse of Middle East. This conflict has produced six wars between two groups of people asserting different national identities. The conflict began as a war on land. In modern times, Israelis have pointed to several events tied to World War I and II to justify the existence of Israel. The present paper highlights the contentious issues in Israel- Palestine conflict and highlights the significance of peace process in Middle East. It is argued here that peace in Israel- Palestine is a condition for peace in Middle East. This is possible only by initiating a new and concrete peace talks so as to end the deadlock created by mutual misunderstanding and failure of political processes.

Keywords

Israel, Conflict, Palestine, Middle East, Jews, Zionism, Jerusalem.

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