India and Pakistan exchange prisoner lists
GS II
In the news
India and Pakistan exchanged details of prisoners and fishermen through diplomatic channels.
Key facts
- The exchange follows the 2008 Agreement on Consular Access.
Why it matters for UPSC
Editorial inference: Consular cooperation connects bilateral diplomacy with humanitarian protection.
Original source: AkashvaniSource date: 2026-07-01
Mains practice
What purpose do consular-access arrangements serve when bilateral relations are strained?