A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF ARTICLE 370 AND ITS CONSTITUTIONAL IMPLICATIONS
Ravi Kumar
Law
June 2024
Article 370 of the Indian Constitution has evolved into a complex and enduring part of governance, particularly in relation to the state of Jammu and Kashmir, from its original intent as a temporary measure. Article 370 is carefully dissected in this article, with a focus on its exclusions and their effects on the legislative autonomy of the area. Despite being considered temporary, its lasting impact has shaped a distinct political landscape, fostering sentiments of advantage and divide. Laws and constitutional principles have been applied selectively, and legislative authority has been limited, leading to tensions and worries over equality and national unity. The complexities of Article 370 and its broader implications within the Indian Constitution are concisely summarized in this abstract