On this day in 2019, India scrapped Article 370 from its constitution and revoked Kashmir’s status as a separate state. Later, Indian government also abrogated Article 35A. Despite claiming rapid development and stability in the last three years, reports from different mediums are showing different pictures. From increase in civilian killings to change in Kashmir’s demography with Indians buying lands, there are increased concerns in the local communities.
What is Durand Line?
SAT Research
October 23, 2025
The Durand Line, a 2,670-kilometer border drawn in 1893 between Afghanistan and British India, remains one of South Asia’s many contentious frontiers. Rejected by every Afghan government but recognized internationally, it symbolizes the region’s colonial legacy and ongoing power struggles. This backgrounder explores its origins in the Great Game, the legal and political controversies surrounding it, and its lasting impact on Pakistan-Afghanistan relations and regional security.
