ABSTRACT
This conclusion presents some closing thoughts on the key concepts discussed in the preceding chapters of this book. The book discusses an overview of the relevance of borders to the study of comparative politics and international relations. It provides the main questions, concepts, and methodology that are the foundation of the research. The book outlines the historical narratives of border development in Badakhshan. It highlights the different historical accounts pertaining not only to border development but also the pivotal role of local leaders and the relative autonomy of the region. The book examines disputes about the foundational myths of settlement, culture, language, ethnicity, and naming. It also provides a detailed study of the social organization of Khorog, Tajikistan. The book describes the actual institutions operating along the border, including the border checkpoints, border and customs personnel, and the physical infrastructure.
