Why is Kashmir so important for the economy of Pakistan? Give two reasons.
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Answer:
The region is home to a plethora of resources such as uranium, gold, oil and natural gas. From a geopolitical standpoint, Kashmir is vital as well. Kashmir serves as a bridge between South Asia and Central Asia.
Answer:
It is important to pakistan because ...
Explanation:
... it is through this territory that the headwaters of four out
of the five main rivers of Pakistan flow. Controlling Kashmir means controlling the waters that support
Pakistan’s agriculture and industry, the very lifeline of the country. Secondly, maintaining a defensive
force for this region and being prepared for any untoward advances from across the eastern border
also eats away a big chunk of Pakistan’s budget which could be spent on meaningful development
of the country. Point out that for both Pakistan and India, keeping troops in the northern-most areas,
like Siachen, is very expensive, not just in terms of money and equipment but in human terms too as
hundreds of soldiers on both sides have lost their lives in this forbidding, icy terrain.