Hurriyat Conference
The Hurriyat Conference is a coalition of pro-independence and separatist political groups in Jammu and Kashmir, formed in 1993. It advocates for the right to self-determination for the people of Kashmir, seeking either independence from India, merger with Pakistan, or greater autonomy. The conference includes various political parties and leaders who represent different ideologies and religious backgrounds. It plays a significant role in the ongoing debate over Kashmir's status, reflecting the region's complex historical and geopolitical issues. The Hurriyatâs influence varies over time, often affected by political dynamics and government responses.