Description
Book SynopsisThis book critically examines the causes of the increase in insurgent violence in Balochistan and explores the relations between the national government of Pakistan and the province of Balochistan.
Based on historical analysis, the book argues that the national government of Pakistan and the leaders of Balochistan both use a standard narrative when dealing with each other. According to the Baloch narrative, Islamabad exploits Balochistanâs natural resources without giving Balochistan its due share and has never accepted and granted Balochistan equal rights. The centreâs narrative emphasizes the tribal character of the Baloch society and suggests that the Baloch elite hinder Balochistanâs integration with the federation. This book demonstrates that both narratives are inherently flawed and presents a precipitous picture of the problem of insurgent violence. It also shows that the Baloch leadership is divided along tribal lines and lacks a unified voice and proposes that
Table of Contents
Introduction; 1 Baloch and Balochistan through History; 2 Balochistan during the British Rule in India; 3 Independence of Pakistan, Accession of Kalat and Centre-Balochistan Relations (1947-69); 4 Centre-Balochistan Relations (1969-1977); 5 Balochistan and the Peace Interval (1977-1999); 6 The Return of Insurgency in Balochistan; Conclusion
