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What are the key features of the 1972 Simla Agreement between India and Pakistan?

Understanding the essentials of a significant bilateral agreement.
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  • The Simla Agreement of 1972 aimed to establish peace and security between India and Pakistan.
  • It emphasized resolving all outstanding issues between the two countries through peaceful means.
  • One key feature was the commitment to respect the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir and not to alter it unilaterally.
  • Both countries agreed to work towards the promotion of friendly relations and cooperation in various fields.
  • The agreement also included principles to settle disputes through bilateral negotiations and maintain communication to prevent conflicts.
  • It provided a framework for future diplomatic engagements between India and Pakistan.