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Tensions continue to run high in the Kashmir area of India, over border demarcation. This area of India has sought independence for more than 50 years. 1 person found this useful.
Then, in 1971, East Pakistan demanded independence, and after a bloody civil war it was transformed into what is now called the country of Bangladesh. West Pakistan, currently known as present-day Pakistan, has been in constant dispute with India over the Kashmir Region, and after many wars and border disputes, the status of the area remains in limbo. During 1991 Pakistan was involved in the Gulf War, sending over 5,000 of its troops to Saudi Arabia as part of the U. S.-led coalition.