Mapping urban conflict spots in Srinagar: an examination of the city's built environment as a tool of violence and conflict
摘要
The research discusses the increasing urban violence in Srinagar city over the past three decades, as well as the need for a comprehensive understanding of the spatial distribution of conflict density. The study's objectives include mapping urban conflict spots in relation to the city's built environment and investigating the structure of these locations. The study's findings contribute to our understanding of recurring conflict events and their dynamic nature. The research aims to create a database of the conflicted zones in downtown Srinagar to aid in post-conflict reconstruction. The text delves into the role of constructed environments in conflict and violence, emphasising the transformation of cities and their built environments. The study of architecture and space alone is powerless to lessen or transform conflict, but a thorough approach to conflict resolution depends heavily on acknowledging the geographical dimension of conflict. Conflict density represented in the maps in downtown Srinagar is crucial for understanding its impact on the city's physical and social landscape. Conflict maps revealed patterns and concentrations of conflict incidents, revealing areas with greater concentration of conflict. The conflict not only shaped the city's form but also reshaped its social and cultural identity. The cityscape became a canvas for ethnic boundaries, affecting social cohesion, urban planning, and community development.