THE CROSSROADS: Kashmir—India’s Bridge to Xinjiang

Name : THE CROSSROADS: Kashmir—India’s Bridge to Xinjiang

Author : Kulbhushan Warikoo

Book Format : Hardcover

Genre : Literature & Fiction

ISBN : 9789357025690

Language : English

Pages : 301-400 Pages

Publish Year : 2023

Publisher : Rupa Publications India

Sub Genre : Historical Fiction Books

"The Anglo-Russian rivalry during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries reached unprecedented

heights. The two imperial powers engaged in a war of nerves, each vying for control over the

vast territories of Central Asia. The British were quick to realize Kashmir’s potential as a strategic

listening post to monitor Russian activities beyond the formidable Hindu Kush and Karakoram

ranges. Kashmir’s close sociocultural and economic ties with Xinjiang (in present-day China), and

other Central Asian regions since ancient times, facilitated the British in their endeavours to contain

Russian designs in Central Asia.

The Crossroads traces the history of Kashmir as a melting pot between India and Xinjiang. Exhaustively

researched, this authoritative account unravels the intricate power dynamics in the region. It sheds light on India–Xinjiang relations as a crucial historical determinant, providing valuable insights into

contemporary relations between Delhi and Beijing. This book is a must-read for those seeking a

deeper understanding of the complex tapestry of regional history and politics. The study also offers

important lessons for understanding Chinese premeditated strategy in Hunza, Gilgit and beyond,

presenting Kashmir’s perspective on the Sino-Indian border in the Ladakh sector.

Country of Origin : India