Union and Its Territory

Recent developments: Jammu & Kashmir bifurcation (2019)

Introduction

  1. The bifurcation of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) in 2019 was a significant development in India's political landscape.
  2. On August 5, 2019, the Government of India abrogated Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu & Kashmir.
  3. The state was reorganized into two Union Territories (UTs): Jammu & Kashmir (with a legislature) and Ladakh (without a legislature).

Key Provisions of Article 370

  1. Article 370

Reorganization of states: States Reorganization Act 1956

Introduction

  1. The States Reorganization Act, 1956, is a landmark legislation in Indian history that reorganized the states of India based on linguistic lines.
  2. It came into effect on November 1, 1956, marking a significant step toward addressing regional and linguistic aspirations.
  3. The Act was based on the recommendations of the States Reorganization Commission (SRC).

Background

  1. After independence, India inherited a mix of British provinces and pri

Union, states, and union territories (Article 1–4)

Introduction

  1. The Indian Constitution outlines the structure of the Union and its territory in Articles 1–4.
  2. These articles define the territorial composition of India, the admission of new states, and the reorganization of states and territories.
  3. They ensure the unity and integrity of the Indian nation while allowing flexibility for territorial adjustments.

Article 1: Name and Territory of the Union

  1. Declares India as a Union of States.
Union and Its Territory