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A. Partition and its Aftermath

Independence came with partition resulting in large scale communal violence and displacement. Thus, at the outset unity and social cohesion were challenged by the legacy left by the colonial rule.

 

Legacy and issues of Partition: Boundaries, Displacement and RehabilitationBoundaries:Implications of the Radcliff Award:Limitation of this award:Consequence of Partition:Relief and rehabilitation:Beyond Partition: Challenges of internal consolidationPlan of consolidation: