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Can AJK Become Part of Pakistan?
A Constitutional and Legal Analysis
Researcher: Qurat-ul-Ain Abid
Legal Researcher at Jammu Kashmir Policy Lab. Her main areas of study are International Law and War Crimes.
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Jammu Kashmir Policy Lab
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An independent research and policy institute dedicated to understanding governance, institutions, political processes, conflict transformation and public policy through evidence, research and public dialogue.
Our Purpose
Turning evidence into ideas for better institutions and better policy.
JKPL seeks to contribute independent research, constructive analysis and informed public debate on the political, institutional and social challenges facing Jammu and Kashmir.
About JKPL
Research that connects evidence with public policy.
Jammu Kashmir Policy Lab is being developed as an independent research and policy institute focused on evidence-based inquiry, institutional development and constructive public dialogue.
JKPL examines policy and governance questions through research, analysis and engagement with citizens, institutions, researchers and other stakeholders.
Our work is intended to move beyond slogans and assumptions by asking practical questions, examining available evidence and developing policy-oriented recommendations.
The Lab will gradually develop research publications, policy briefs, field studies, opinion analysis and public policy discussions.
“Let evidence prevail over assumption, and informed
dialogue over polarization.”
Research Agenda
Areas of inquiry
JKPL's research agenda brings together governance, political processes, institutional reform and conflict transformation.
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Institutional Reform
Studying institutions, legal frameworks and opportunities for practical institutional improvement.
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Political Mobilization
Understanding political movements, public participation, narratives and collective action.
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Conflict Transformation
Exploring conflict dynamics, peacebuilding, dialogue and pathways toward sustainable transformation.
Publications
Research, analysis and public dialogue.
This section will host JKPL policy briefs, research papers, reports, opinion pieces and other publications.
JKPL Research Report 01/26
Who Rules AJK? Political Families and the Reproduction of Power, 1974–2026
Political Families and the Reproduction of Power, 1974–2026. A research study examining political families and the reproduction of political power in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
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Opinion & Analysis
Rs. 23 Billion Later: What Did AJK's 2024 Relief Package Actually Solve?
An evidence-based examination of the 2024 Rs. 23 billion relief package, its implementation, fiscal implications and the unresolved policy questions in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Policy Analysis
Governance and Institutional Reform in Jammu and Kashmir
A developing research stream examining institutions, governance structures and practical reform options.
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Opinion & Analysis
Evidence, Public Debate and Policy Choices
Analytical commentary on contemporary policy, political and institutional questions.
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Our Approach
Independent. Evidence-based. Constructive.
JKPL aims to create space for serious research and informed discussion across difficult policy questions.
Evidence
We prioritize verifiable information, research and transparent reasoning in developing policy analysis.
Independence
We seek to maintain an independent research perspective and distinguish analysis from political advocacy.
Dialogue
We believe difficult questions require space for disagreement, evidence and constructive public conversation.
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JKPL is building a platform for research, analysis and public policy dialogue. Information about research collaboration and submissions will be published here.