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Centre proposes a new Article 371(K) provision offering Ladakh an elected body
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Centre proposes a new Article 371(K) provision offering Ladakh an elected body
The Centre has proposed a new Article 371(K) provision offering Ladakh an elected body, part of ongoing talks with Ladakhi civil society over the Union Territory's political future.
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The Ministry of Home Affairs has proposed a new Chapter K under Article 371 of the Constitution for Ladakh, offering the Union Territory its own elected body while leaving some key administrative powers undecided.
Article 371 and its sub-clauses already carry special provisions tailored to specific States such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, Nagaland and Manipur.
Civil society representatives from Ladakh, who have been seeking greater constitutional protection, have asked to see a detailed draft proposal before responding further.
Sources: Topper IAS editorial (PIB / The Hindu / Indian Express)
Key facts
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- Article 371
- Ladakh
- Union Territory
- special constitutional provisions
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- Article 371, Ladakh, Union Territory, special constitutional provisions
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Use as an example in GA answers (GS2 - Polity: Article 371 special provisions, Union Territories).
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With reference to Article 371 of the Constitution, consider the following statements:
- Article 371 and its sub-clauses provide special provisions for certain States such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, Nagaland and Manipur.
- The Centre has proposed a new Chapter K under Article 371 to offer Ladakh an elected body.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: C — Both statements are correct. Article 371 and its sub-clauses (371A to 371J) provide special provisions for States such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, Nagaland and Manipur, and the Centre has now proposed a new Chapter K under Article 371 to offer Ladakh its own elected body.
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