Village Defence Committees: The Saviours of Jammu and Kashmir by Dr. Annu Kotwal | Book on VDCs, Militancy & Jammu and Kashmir

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Village Defence Committees: The Saviours of Jammu and Kashmir by Dr. Annu Kotwal is a detailed book that explores the history, formation, and role of Village Defence Committees (VDCs) in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly during the period of militancy and security challenges in the region. The book focuses on the experiences of communities living in remote and vulnerable areas and examines the role of local defence groups in protecting villages and civilians.

The Village Defence Committees were established as a community-based security mechanism in areas affected by militant violence. Through this book, Dr. Annu Kotwal examines their emergence, functioning, and contribution to the security environment of Jammu and Kashmir. The narrative provides readers with an opportunity to understand the circumstances in which ordinary villagers became involved in protecting their communities during a challenging period in the region's modern history.

The book is particularly relevant for readers interested in Jammu and Kashmir, militancy, internal security, counter-insurgency, community defence, modern Indian history, and national security. It offers a perspective on the relationship between local communities and security arrangements in areas affected by violence and instability.

Village Defence Committees: The Saviours of Jammu and Kashmir can be useful for students, researchers, defence and security enthusiasts, civil services aspirants, academics, journalists, and general readers seeking to understand the historical and security dimensions of Jammu and Kashmir. It also provides context for discussions surrounding the evolution of village-level defence mechanisms and their place in the region's security landscape.

For readers looking to explore lesser-discussed aspects of Jammu and Kashmir's contemporary history and internal security, this book offers a focused account of Village Defence Committees and the communities associated with them.

Key Features

• Book Title: Village Defence Committees: The Saviours of Jammu and Kashmir
• Author: Dr. Annu Kotwal
• Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 142