Five Years into the Abrogation of Article 370 and Its Implications

Abstract

Abstract

August 5, 2019, was a black day in the history of Sub-continent when I India took a unilateral decision to abrogate Article 370 and 35A from its constitution. In the light of Article 370, Kashmir enjoying a special status as it is disputed diversity between India & Pakistan. With its annulment, the special status came to an end. The abrogation of Article 370 also implies the abolishment of Article 35A, thus the non-residents could now purchase property and take up the government jobs in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJ&K). The abrogation has implications for the region; it could lead to gross human rights violations and could lead to violence along the Line of Control.

      Keywords: Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir, Article 35 A.