The five-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court of India has given its supreme verdict. This verdict was on the petitions challenging the removal of Article 370. CJI Chandrachud said that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India. Furthermore, he said that it is not appropriate to question every decision taken by the central government. Moreover, the decision to remove Article 370 taken by the President is valid.

The CJI said that every decision taken by the Center on behalf of the state is not subject to challenge. This will create anarchy and uncertainty and the administration of the state will come to a standstill.

Five judges bench of the Supreme Court of India had given the verdict. The bench includes Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Justice Sanjeev Khanna, Justice BR Gavai and Justice Surya Kant.

“Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India.”

CJI Chandrachud

Supreme Court Verdict on Article 370

In the Article 370 case, the Supreme Court said that:-

Article 370 was for constitutional integration with the Union of Jammu and Kashmir. And it was not meant for disintegration. Moreover, the President can declare that Article 370 has ceased to exist.

The CJI said that the recommendation of the Constituent Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir is not binding on the President of India.

The CJI said that we direct that the Election Commission should take steps to conduct elections to the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly by September 30, 2024.

“Removal of Article 370 is constitutionally correct. The decision to remove Article 370 will remain intact. The President has the authority to take decisions.

CJI Chandrachud