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politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"SC Delivers Verdict on Article 370: J&K Loses Special Status"

The Supreme Court of India is set to deliver a verdict on the validity of the Union government's decision to scrap Article 370 and bifurcate Jammu & Kashmir into two Union territories. The core issues examined during the hearings include the permanent nature of Article 370, the requirement of consent for its abrogation, the validity of the President's rule, and the power of the Centre to reorganize a state. The court also sought to know the time frame for granting statehood to Jammu & Kashmir, emphasizing the importance of restoring democracy in the region.

via Hindustan Times|

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law-and-politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Supreme Court's Perspective on Article 370: Intent, Consultation, and Self-Limitation

The Supreme Court of India stated that Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, was never intended to be permanent. The reference to Article 1 in Article 370, a permanent feature of the Constitution, indicates that Article 370 was not meant to be permanent. The inclusion of Article 1 in Article 370 during the interim period was to emphasize that Article 1 is a permanent part of the Constitution. The court also questioned whether the Constitution of India can be altered in ways contrary to the founders' intentions. The arguments on the case concluded, and the Centre will present its arguments on Thursday.

via The Indian Express|

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