Indian Constitution Impact on Jammu & Kashmir 2019

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What was the primary impact of the Constitution (Application to Jammu and Kashmir) Order, 2019?

  • It redefined the boundaries of Jammu & Kashmir without altering its status.
  • It divided Jammu & Kashmir into two Union Territories. (correct)
  • It introduced a new flag for Jammu & Kashmir.
  • It restored the previous constitutional provisions of Jammu & Kashmir.

Which article gave the President of India the power to amend the provisions of Jammu & Kashmir?

  • Article 239AA
  • Article 35A
  • Article 360
  • Article 370 (correct)

Which significant change was made to the legislative assembly of Jammu & Kashmir after its reorganization?

  • The term was extended to seven years.
  • The assembly was dissolved entirely.
  • The assembly was given exclusive rights over public order.
  • The term was reduced to five years. (correct)

Which of the following rights will Jammu & Kashmir citizens now have under the Indian Constitution?

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What is one of the limitations imposed on the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly under the 2019 Bill?

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What status did Jammu & Kashmir lose as a result of the 2019 changes?

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Which clause was used to introduce Article 35A?

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What type of governance will the new Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir have?

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What significant event occurred on August 5, 2019, regarding Jammu and Kashmir?

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Which Article of the Indian Constitution allowed Jammu and Kashmir to draft its own Constitution?

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What was one effect of the abrogation of Article 370 reported in terms of law and order incidents?

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What change was made to Jammu and Kashmir's political status after the revocation of Article 370?

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Who played a significant role in drafting Article 370 as part of the Indian Constitution?

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Before the revocation, which body was empowered to recommend which articles of the Indian Constitution should apply to Jammu and Kashmir?

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What was the public government's general approach to the anniversary events surrounding Article 370 during the past five years?

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What was the primary focus of ministers sent to the newly created Union Territory in the years following the abrogation?

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What was a significant outcome of the Sugauli Treaty between India and Nepal?

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Which region is claimed by both India and Nepal, leading to ongoing tensions?

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What role does the Lipulekh Pass play in India-Nepal relations?

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Which of the following correctly describes the Kalapani area?

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What has been a pivotal factor in the India-Nepal border disputes?

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Why is the Lipulekh Pass of strategic importance?

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What recent event has escalated tensions between India and Nepal?

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Which treaty marked the first formal delineation of borders between India and Nepal?

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What is the primary focus of the 'One Nation One Election' proposal?

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Which event is associated with the 85th death anniversary mentioned in the content?

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What is the significance of the Supreme Court's verdict on sub-classification of SCs and STs?

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Which upcoming international event is highlighted in the content?

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What type of assistance was sent to Myanmar as part of Operation Sadbhav?

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What was the outcome of the approval for the Chandrayaan-4 mission?

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What is the purpose of the reconstitution of the Monetary Policy Committee under the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934?

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What was the significant outcome of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) ruling in 2012 regarding St Martin's Island?

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What was the first year the tradition of awarding medals at the Olympic Games began?

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Which year did the coral island of St Martin's Island become a part of Bangladesh's territory after the Liberation War?

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Which Olympic city is notable for hosting the Summer Games three times?

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What problem does the maritime boundary delimitation pose for fishermen from Bangladesh?

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As of 2024, how many countries have participated in every Summer Olympic Games?

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What was the original name given to St Martin's Island by Arabian merchants in the 18th century?

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Which event in 2017 significantly increased the population of Rohingyas in Bangladesh?

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Which country has the distinction of being the only one to never fail to win at least a gold medal in the Olympic Games?

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How many events were included in the first Olympic Games in 1896?

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Which of the following years did the United States host the Olympic Games?

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What significant event led to the creation of the Winter Olympic Games?

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Which country will host the Summer Olympic Games for the third time in 2028?

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How many nations participated in the first Olympic Games in 1896?

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What does the 'appointed date' signify in the context of the One Nation, One Election policy?

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According to the proposed Article 82A, what happens to state assemblies after the appointed date?

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What impact would midterm elections have under the proposed One Nation, One Election strategy?

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What is one anticipated effect of transitioning to simultaneous elections?

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What is the significance of the Moidams in the context of the Ahom Dynasty?

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What primary role did the Ram Nath Kovind committee have concerning elections?

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Which four countries were involved in the Wilmington Declaration Joint Statement?

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When is the expected implementation of the One Nation, One Election policy projected to occur?

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What are the primary areas of focus outlined in the agreements signed by India regarding clean and fair economies?

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What is likely to happen if the Lok Sabha or a state assembly is dissolved due to a loss of majority after the appointed date?

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What was the demand by the Kerala Assembly regarding the state's name?

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Which aspect did the committee observe regarding the rationale for simultaneous elections?

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What is the consequence of the term expiration of state assemblies under the One Nation, One Election policy?

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What was the outcome of the ICC case involving the Mali insurgency chief?

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Why is the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation important?

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What might discourage opposition parties from initiating no-confidence motions following the transition to simultaneous elections?

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What achievement is Mithun Chakraborty recognized for with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award?

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What is the focus of the Sixth Schedule related to Ladakh?

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What strategic goal does India's investment in Chabahar aim to achieve?

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Flashcards

Article 370

A temporary provision in the Indian Constitution that gave special status to Jammu & Kashmir, allowing it to have its own constitution and limiting the Indian Parliament's legislative powers.

August 5, 2019

The date when the special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 was revoked, making it a Union Territory.

Revocation of Article 370

The act of taking away the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, which was previously granted by Article 370.

Union Territory

An administrative division of India, having its own government but not a state's special rights.

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Jammu & Kashmir

A previously sovereign state in India, now split into two Union Territories.

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Temporary Provision

A law or agreement in effect for a specified time period.

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Constitution (Application to Jammu and Kashmir) Order, 2019

The order issued to modify Article 370 and alter Jammu & Kashmir's relationship with India.

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Law-and-order incidents

Criminal or public unrest incidents in a region requiring law enforcement efforts to manage.

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Mound-Burial System

A method of burial involving mounds, practiced by the Ahom Dynasty.

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Wilmington Declaration

A joint statement from Australia, India, Japan, and the US.

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Clean Economy

Agreements focused on a sustainable economic model.

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Kerala Assembly Renaming

A proposal to change the state name to Keralam.

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Mali Insurgency

Insurgency in Mali with war crimes accusations.

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Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit

The summit of a major international group.

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Dadasaheb Phalke Award

An award for significant contributions to Indian cinema.

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Ladakh's Sixth Schedule

A particular system of governance for Ladakh.

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Article 370 (simplified)

Gave J&K special status, limiting Parliament's power.

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Article 35A

Allows J&K to define permanent residents & their rights.

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J&K to UT

J&K changed from a state to a Union Territory.

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Union Territory Assembly

J&K's legislative body, with similar powers as Delhi's

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Abolition of Article 370

End of special status for Jammu and Kashmir, merging it with India.

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J&K Assembly Powers

Can legislate on most issues, excluding public order and police.

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Constitution Application

The Indian Constitution now applies fully to J&K.

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Financial Emergency

Article 360 now applicable in J&K.

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One Nation, One Election

A proposal for holding all elections in India on a single date.

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New Criminal Laws

Three new criminal laws enacted (details not given).

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Paris Olympics 2024

The 2024 Olympic Games held in Paris.

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Chandrayaan-4 Mission

A mission in space, that received approval for expansion.

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Article 370 Abrogation

Fifth anniversary of the removal of special provisions for Jammu & Kashmir.

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India's Flood Relief

India sending emergency flood relief to Myanmar.

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e-rupee Project

A digital rupee project that Google Pay, PhonePe want to join.

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Mound-Burial System

A method of burial using mounds, practiced by the Ahom Dynasty.

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Wilmington Declaration

A joint statement from Australia, India, Japan, and the US.

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Clean Economy Agreements

Agreements focused on sustainable, environmentally friendly economic models.

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Kerala Assembly Renaming

A proposal to change Kerala's state name to Keralam.

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Mali Insurgency Chief

A leader in the Malian insurgency, convicted of war crimes.

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SCO Summit

A summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

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Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Award for outstanding contributions to Indian cinema.

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One Nation, One Election

A proposed policy to hold all elections in India on a single date, encompassing Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies.

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Appointed Date

The date when provisions for the transition to simultaneous elections, once the Lok Sabha is constituted, come into force.

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Midterm Elections

Elections held before a government's full term ends if there's a loss of majority after the appointed date.

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Unexpired Term

The remaining portion of a government's term after mid-term elections.

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Ram Nath Kovind committee

The committee chaired by former President Ram Nath Kovind, which examined feasibility for simultaneous elections.

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Simultaneous Elections

Holding elections for Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies concurrently.

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Lok Sabha

The lower house of the Indian Parliament.

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State Assemblies

The legislative bodies of individual states in India.

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Transition

The process to move from a past system to a new one.

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Proposed Article 82A

A proposed article stating that state assemblies formed after the appointed date will end with the Lok Sabha's term.

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St. Martin's Island

A coral island in the Bay of Bengal, strategically located, connected to Bangladesh.

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Bangladeshi Ownership

Bangladesh's legal claim to St. Martin's Island, legally established by International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS).

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Maritime Boundary Dispute (Myanmar)

Controversy over the exact maritime border between Bangladesh and Myanmar surrounding St. Martin's Island.

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Rohingya Refugees (2017)

Over 700,000 Rohingya Muslims fleeing Myanmar due to violence.

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Kutupalong Refugee Camp

Largest refugee camp in the world, located in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, housing Rohingya refugees.

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First Olympic Games

The inaugural Summer Olympic Games, held in 1896 in Athens, Greece.

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2024 Olympics location

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games were held in Paris, France.

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Olympic Medals Origin

The tradition of awarding medals started in 1904, with gold for first, silver for second and bronze for third place.

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Winter Olympics

Winter Olympics are separate games held after the success of the Summer Olympics.

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Olympic Growth

The Summer Olympics expanded significantly from 1896 to 2021, with events increasing and participants growing.

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Host Countries

The Summer Olympics have been held in 19 different countries over various continents.

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Record Olympic Hosts

London is unique for hosting the games three times, and Paris and other cities have hosted twice each.

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Consistent Olympic Participants

Five countries (Australia, France, Great Britain, Greece, and Switzerland) have participated in every Summer Olympic.

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Medal Winners – Consistent

Australia, France, and Great Britain have consistently won at least one medal in each Olympic Games.

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Olympic Games Significance

The Olympics are the largest and most prestigious multi-sport international event in the world.

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