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Pakistani-administered Kashmir

Pakistani-administered Kashmir, also known as Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan, is a region controlled by Pakistan but claimed by India as part of the larger Jammu and Kashmir dispute. It lies in the northern part of the Indian subcontinent and features diverse landscapes, including mountains and valleys. AJK has its own government and administrative structure, but it operates under the broader jurisdiction of Pakistan. The area is significant for its strategic location, cultural diversity, and natural beauty, and it is often a focal point in the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan over territorial claims.