Not normal to tolerate Pakistan’s continued use of terror as instrument of state policy: India
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Why in news
India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, criticized Pakistan's envoy for a 'false' account of Operation Sindoor and accused Pakistan of using terrorism as an instrument of state policy.
Background
Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish highlighted the Pahalgam attack in April 2025 where Pakistani-sponsored terrorists killed 26 civilians. He also addressed the Indus Waters Treaty, stating India entered it with goodwill while Pakistan violated its spirit through war and terrorism.
Facts for Prelims
- FactPahalgam attack occurred in April 2025 resulting in 26 civilian deaths.
- PostAmbassador Parvathaneni Harish serves as India's Permanent Representative to the UN.
- BodyIndus Waters Treaty is a water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the nexus between state-sponsored terrorism and the violation of bilateral treaties like the Indus Waters Treaty undermines regional stability in South Asia.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Diplomatic friction: Conflict over historical narratives of Operation Sindoor and Pahalgam attack.
- Treaty erosion: Impact of cross-border terrorism on the spirit of the Indus Waters Treaty.
- Security dilemma: India's stance on dismantling terrorist infrastructure as a counter-terrorism measure.
Keywords: State-sponsored terrorism · Bilateral diplomacy · Regional stability · Indus Waters Treaty · Counter-terrorism
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