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12 July 2026

J&K Statehood restoration

The restoration of statehood to J&K involves significant constitutional questions regarding federalism, the reorganization of states, and the interpretation of Supreme Court mandates, making it a high-priority topic for GS2.

1 min read Day 2 of 13 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • J&K Statehood restoration remains a critical issue following the 2019 reorganization.
  • The Supreme Court of India established a three-step roadmap for J&K: delimitation, assembly elections, and restoration of statehood.
  • Delimitation exercises were conducted in J&K and Assam as part of the administrative process.
  • The Union government has previously cited the 'appropriate time' as the criterion for restoring statehood to the Union Territory.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the delay in transitioning from a Union Territory to a full state despite the completion of assembly elections.
  • Debates persist regarding the application of special status provisions (Article 371) in different regions versus the 'one country, one Constitution' framework.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 13 in Restoration of Jammu and Kashmir statehood, which has been running since 28 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the constitutional implications of the transition of a state into a Union Territory and the subsequent roadmap for the restoration of statehood as outlined by the judiciary. 150 words
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  2. The principle of federalism is a basic feature of the Indian Constitution. In the context of the reorganization of states, evaluate the challenges in maintaining the balance between central oversight and the aspirations of regional governance. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following was identified by the Supreme Court as a step in the process regarding the status of Jammu and Kashmir?

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