The Supreme Court has been actively examining the 2019 Presidential orders concerning the abrogation of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. Here are the key highlights from the hearings, with direct quotes from the involved parties.
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Senior advocate Gopal Subramanium, representing the petitioners, argued against the validity of the Presidential orders. He emphasized,
“The President doesn’t have the power to make such a transformative change without the concurrence of the state’s Constituent Assembly.”
Subramanium further questioned the Centre’s move, stating,
“How can the President use Article 370 to amend Article 370 itself?”
2. Kapil Sibal’s Take:
Kapil Sibal, another senior advocate, echoed similar sentiments. He was quoted saying,
“The abrogation is a violation of the basic structure of our Constitution.”
Sibal’s arguments revolved around the sanctity of the Constitution and the rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
3. Day 4 of the Hearings:
The fourth day of the hearings saw intense discussions. The court delved deep into the intricacies of the Presidential orders and their implications. The live updates from the Supreme Court indicated a thorough examination of the legal and constitutional aspects of the abrogation.
4. Public Reactions and More:
The abrogation of Article 370 has stirred various reactions from different quarters. While some view it as a step towards national integration, others see it as a breach of trust and an infringement on the rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Supreme Court’s scrutiny of the abrogation of Article 370 is a landmark event in India’s legal and political landscape. With eminent lawyers presenting their arguments, the nation awaits a verdict that will shape the future of Jammu and Kashmir.
