Under which Article of the Constitution of India, Jammu & Kashmir was accorded a special status?
(1) Article 271
(2) Article 371
(3) Article 370
(4) Article 372
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option 3 - 3 (Article 370)
Under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, Jammu and Kashmir enjoyed a distinctive status. However, this unique status did not shield the region from challenges. Despite its special status, Jammu and Kashmir encountered a turbulent mix of violence, cross-border terrorism, and political instability. These internal and external factors had far-reaching consequences.
In June 2018, the President's rule was enforced after the BJP withdrew its support from the Mufti government. Subsequently, on 5 August 2019, Article 370 was abolished via the Jammu & Kashmir. Reorganisation Act 2019, led to the division of the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.