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QUESTION 4
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Discuss the nature of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly after the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019. Briefly describe the powers and functions of the Assembly of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

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What the examiner wants

Explain the nature of the J&K Assembly under the 2019 Reorganisation Act and its powers and functions.

DiscussExplain the different sides of the issue, use evidence, and finish with a balanced view.

Demand-wise check

  1. 1Nature: Union Territory with legislature (like Puducherry); 90 elected seats plus nominated members; first elections 2024≈35 words
  2. 2Powers: can legislate on State and Concurrent List subjects except public order and police; Lieutenant Governor's assent and wide discretion; financial bills need LG's recommendation≈35 words
  3. 3Limits compared to a full state; demand for restoration of statehood≈35 words

Open in about 20 words and close in about 20.

Answer plan

Change from state to UTStructureLegislative powersFinancial powersLG roleConclusion

Where marks usually go

  • Confusing it with Ladakh, which has no legislature
  • Not mentioning that police and public order lie outside its powers

Draw this

  • Comparison table: J&K state (pre-2019) vs J&K UT assembly

Value addition

  • LawSection 32 of the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019: the Assembly may make laws on State List matters except public order and police.Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019
  • FactThe first J&K UT Assembly elections were held in September–October 2024.Election Commission of India

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