Simla Agreement

The Simla Agreement was a peace treaty signed on July 2, 1972, between India and Pakistan after the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. The treaty aimed to end the conflict between the two countries and normalize their relations, and it led to Pakistan's recognition of Bangladesh. The agreement also involved the return of over 13,000 square kilometers of land seized by India during the war, with India retaining a few strategic areas. The treaty was signed by Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Pakistani President Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto in Shimla, India. Despite the agreement, the relationship between India and Pakistan has continued to deteriorate, with several instances of armed conflict, including the Kargil War of 1999.learn more on wikipedia