Consider the following statements about Article 35A of the Indian Constitution:
1. It pertains to the state of Jammu and Kashmir.
2. It defines the concept of permanent resident and other special rights and privileges.
3. Article 35A has been added to the Indian constitution by 44th Amendment
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 and 2

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Solution

The correct option is A 1 and 2
Article 35A grants the status of permanent residency to the residents of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). This Article was incorporated in the Indian Constitution through the Presidential Order of 1954. It effectively made most of the provisions of Indian Constitution applicable to the state of J&K such as fundamental rights, the extent of the jurisdiction of High Court, power of election commission to conduct elections etc.

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