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Pakistan and India Boarder Line

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Pakistan and India Boarder Line: The boundary between Pakistan and India officially international boundary line The India-Pakistan border, officially the international boundary, stretches from the Line of Control in the north to Sir Creek in the south, with the Wagah border being the only road crossing between the two countries, and the site of a daily "Beating Retreat" ceremony.  Historical Context: The Radcliffe Line was drawn by the Boundary Commission, chaired by Sir Cyril Radcliffe, to demarcate the borders of the newly formed nations of India and Pakistan after the partition of British India.  Official Status: The Radcliffe Line became the official international border between India and Pakistan on August 17, 1947.  Length The total length of the Radcliffe Line is 890 kilometers. Adnan Other Names: While "Radcliffe Line" is the most common name, the boundary is also sometimes referred to as the "International Boundary (...