The State of Jammu and Kashmir was accorded special status under?

Appeared in: RRB Staff Nurse Kolkata-2015

Explanation

Article 370 of the Indian Constitution was a temporary provision that granted special autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir.
This article allowed the state to have its own constitution, a separate flag, and autonomy over its internal administration.
The provisions of Article 370 were in effect from 1949 until its abrogation in 2019.

Option A: Article 360 is incorrect because it deals with the provisions related to a Financial Emergency in the country, not the special status of a state.
Option C: Article 380 is incorrect. It was a temporary provision in the original constitution concerning the first President of India and was repealed by the Constitution (Seventh Amendment) Act, 1956.
Option D: Article 356 is incorrect as it pertains to the imposition of President's Rule in a state in the event of a failure of the constitutional machinery.

Visual 1: Timeline - A timeline showing the key dates related to Article 370, from its inception in 1949 to its abrogation in 2019.
Visual 2: Map - A political map of India showing the former state of Jammu & Kashmir and its reorganization into the union territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Indian Constitutional Articles and Special Provisions as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
While this is a general knowledge question, a nurse's awareness of national laws and regional sensitivities is part of being an informed citizen and a responsible healthcare professional.
Understanding the political and historical context of different regions can be beneficial for community health nurses working with diverse populations, as it can influence health-seeking behaviors and trust in public institutions.
What if? - If a nurse is deployed for a health mission in a sensitive area like Kashmir, being aware of the local history and recent political changes (like the abrogation of Article 370) is crucial for effective communication and building rapport with the local community.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the key terms in the question: 'Jammu and Kashmir' and 'special status'.
This is a factual recall question based on Indian polity and history.
Recall or deduce the specific article of the Indian Constitution associated with this well-known provision.
If unsure, try to eliminate the other options by recalling their functions. For example, Article 360 is for Financial Emergency and Article 356 is for President's Rule, which are common topics.
Select the option that directly corresponds to the special status granted to J&K.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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