International Journal of Contemporary Research in Multidisciplinary

Abstract:

The study is significant as the role of civil society has been instrumental in promoting dialogue and understanding between different communities, which often organize cultural exchange and joint events to foster goodwill and confidence building. Civil Society advocates for a sustained dialogue, emphasizing the significance of communication in reducing tensions and building trust. The political relationship between India and Pakistan is at a new low, and the role of civil society has become more crucial to redeveloping mutual trust and confidence. The engagement of civil society between both countries has dwindled, exacerbating the fragility of the relationship. Historically, several civil society organizations tried to narrow down the differences between both countries but hardly garnered any success. Civil society’s efforts are crucial even though they face challenges due to political dynamics and the influence of state actors due to prevailing mistrust and sporadic violence. Long-lasting peace needs some political space to increase comprehensive and people-to-people dialogue through track-II diplomacy, including governmental and non-governmental agencies. Looking into it, this article emphasizes the significance of civil society in confidence-building between both countries. Further, the article articulates the role of civil societies in several sectors and highlights their effects in maintaining peace and harmony.

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Civil Society, CBMs, Dialogue, Peace, Track-II Diplomacy

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