Framework Agreement
Kartavya Desk Staff
Source: NIE
Context: On the 10th anniversary of the Framework Agreement (2015), the NSCN-IM reaffirmed its commitment to defend the accord, criticising attempts by the Government of India and rival Naga groups (NNPGs) to dilute its essence and political significance.
About Framework Agreement:
• What is the Framework Agreement? The Framework Agreement is a landmark peace accord signed on 3rd August 2015 between the Government of India and the National Socialist Council of Nagalim–Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
• The Framework Agreement is a landmark peace accord signed on 3rd August 2015 between the Government of India and the National Socialist Council of Nagalim–Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM).
• Parties Involved:
• Government of India, represented by PM of India and interlocutor RN Ravi. NSCN-IM, representing dominant Naga political interests.
• Government of India, represented by PM of India and interlocutor RN Ravi.
• NSCN-IM, representing dominant Naga political interests.
• Core Objectives of the FA:
• Recognize the distinct political identity and unique history of the Nagas. Lay the foundation for a new political relationship based on mutual respect and coexistence. Establish shared sovereignty with clear areas of jurisdiction. Frame an execution plan for inclusive and democratic self-governance in Nagalim.
• Recognize the distinct political identity and unique history of the Nagas.
• Lay the foundation for a new political relationship based on mutual respect and coexistence.
• Establish shared sovereignty with clear areas of jurisdiction.
• Frame an execution plan for inclusive and democratic self-governance in Nagalim.
• Salient Features of the Framework Agreement:
• Recognition of Political Conflict: Acknowledges the Indo-Naga issue as a six-decade-old political struggle, not merely an administrative problem. Unique Naga History: Recognizes Nagas as a distinct political entity with a unique historical and cultural identity. Shared Sovereignty Model: Proposes clearly defined divisions of power between India and Nagalim to ensure cooperative coexistence. Mutual Respect for Institutions: Recognizes both parties’ political systems as distinct, fostering equal dialogue rather than subordination. People-Centric Governance: Embeds the idea that sovereignty resides with the people, reinforcing Naga aspirations for democratic self-rule. Commitment to Peace and Inclusivity: Seeks lasting peace by involving all Naga factions and encouraging broad-based public support. Implementation Plan: Promises a time-bound and actionable roadmap, signalling intent to move beyond rhetoric to real autonomy.
• Recognition of Political Conflict: Acknowledges the Indo-Naga issue as a six-decade-old political struggle, not merely an administrative problem.
• Unique Naga History: Recognizes Nagas as a distinct political entity with a unique historical and cultural identity.
• Shared Sovereignty Model: Proposes clearly defined divisions of power between India and Nagalim to ensure cooperative coexistence.
• Mutual Respect for Institutions: Recognizes both parties’ political systems as distinct, fostering equal dialogue rather than subordination.
• People-Centric Governance: Embeds the idea that sovereignty resides with the people, reinforcing Naga aspirations for democratic self-rule.
• Commitment to Peace and Inclusivity: Seeks lasting peace by involving all Naga factions and encouraging broad-based public support.
• Implementation Plan: Promises a time-bound and actionable roadmap, signalling intent to move beyond rhetoric to real autonomy.