evidence: To conclude, in light of the arguments raised, facts presented, and authorities cited, I believe that Gilgit-Baltistan deserves to be the fifth province of Pakistan considering the unconditional accession it announced more than seven decades ago. Furthermore, it does not affect Pakistan’s stance on Kashmir as it was an ‘independent’ and a ‘sovereign’ territory when it joined Pakistan – having dethroned the Dogras. Henceforth, a mere constitutional amendment in Article 1 of the Constitution by the Pakistan’s leadership would accord the millions of people their right to identity and nationhood. Even if India argues that it must be governed under international law on the ground that it was governed by Kashmiris before independence, I believe the dispute has reached a point where a permanent settlement of the conflict has become inevitable to maintain global peace and preserve international security – which is the object of international law. Lastly, by showing great concern for granting peoples of the international community "the right to self-determination," under international law provides an impetus towards the settlement of the dispute at hand accounting for the best interests of the people of GB. Also, the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly has moved two separate resolutions to be declared a province.[16] Moreover, Pakistan’s claim over the territory is reinforced given the fact that ever since liberation, the region remained under the direct administrative control of Pakistan. Therefore, the history, legal and political instruments and international authorities are inclined to elevate the status of Gilgit-Baltistan to a permanent and constitutional province.