Randeep Surjewala added to the congressional attack, saying no one dared to break it through. Sitaram Yechury, the head of the ICC, wondered what this meant for India`s deal with Pakistan. This agreement, commonly known as the Simla Pact, was born out of the 1971 war between the two countries over developments in Pakistan`s eastern wing. The agreement aimed to define the principles that should govern their future relationship. It has also taken steps to further normalize bilateral relations. Most importantly, he forced the two countries to “settle their differences by peaceful means through bilateral negotiations.” The agreement was the result of the two countries` determination to “end the conflict and confrontation that have so far affected their relations.” . . .