Why Supreme Court Deemed Article 370 a Temporary Provision: Examining the Legal Arguments and Historical Context ?
The recent Supreme Court verdict upholding the abrogation of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, has reignited discussions about the constitutional provision’s history and legal validity. While the center argued that Article 370 was temporary and could be revoked through a presidential order, critics maintain that it was an integral part of the state’s accession to India. Arguments in favor of Article 370’s ‘temporary’ nature: Arguments against ‘temporary’ interpretation: Supreme Court’s reasoning: The Supreme Court upheld the abrogation of Article 370, stating that the President acted within his constitutional authority. The court acknowledged the ambiguity in …