Article 35A remains as one of the most divisive provisions in the Constitution as mere talk of any alteration to it provokes sharp reactions from parties across the aisle. As the Supreme Court prepares to hear a PIL challenging the article, the PDP, Congress and the National Conference all have raised concerns on the issue. … Read more
A fresh petition has reached the Supreme Court against Article 35A of the Constitution that gives special rights and privileges to permanent residents of Jammu and Kashmir. Added to the Constitution through a Presidential Order in 1954, Article 35A gives special rights and privileges to permanent residents of J&K and debars the rest of Indians … Read more
Even though the Supreme Court has agreed to take a decision on Article 35A after diwali, debates around it don’t seem to subside. Parties and independent personalities of Jammu region are on a marathon; either opposing or defending it. Here is what all of them have to say: “It is void ab initio as it … Read more
Written By Abhishek Article 35A empowers J&K state legislature to define “permanent residents” of the state. It also secures certain rights and privileges regarding jobs, scholarships and property rights in the state. In simple words, it ensures that nobody from outside the state gets jobs, scholarships or property in J&K. It was added to the … Read more