Article 370: A Constitutional History of Jammu and Kashmir

by A.G. Noorani

On 26 January 1950, the Constitution of India came into force with a unique provision—Article 370. The special status accorded to the state of Jammu and Kashmir in the article meant that its people lived under a different set of laws while being part of the Indian Union. Alternating deftly between history and politics, A.G. Noorani examines a wide range of documents pertaining to Article 370. He incisively analyses the implications and consequences of the article for the constitutional democracy of the state and the nation. From Jammu and Kashmir's accession to India in 1947 to the various negotiations thereafter; Sheikh Abdullah's arrest to the framing of the Constitution of Jammu and Kashmir and the replacement of Sadar-i-Riyasat, this book impeccably documents the little-known constitutional history of the state. Noorani underscores the politics behind the gradual erosion of Article 370 and the need for restoration of autonomy. Critically analysing the various judgments relating to this constitutional arrangement, he suggests a framework for resolving the 'Kashmir problem'. Collecting together rare, often unseen and unnoticed, letters, memoranda, white papers, proclamations, and amendments, this book will be an indispensable resource on Kashmir.

Genres: History, India, Nonfiction, Politics, Law

554 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 29, 2011

About the author

Abdul Ghafoor Majeed Noorani, known popularly as A. G. Noorani, was a Muslim scholar, lawyer and political commentator. He practised as an advocate in the Supreme Court of India and in the Bombay High Court.

Reviews

[Ritika · Rating 4 out of 5]

It brings to light some hitherto unknown documents and facts about the centre-state relations, but in no way is it a comprehensive study of the developments of the past. It is, therefore, an important supplement to other texts on this issue but not sufficient enough as a standalone work.

[Iman · Rating 5 out of 5]

A profound author indeed.

This book encapsulates the complete account of the events, mainly legal but political as well, after 1947 leading to Article 370 and various other accords between the two governments.

This is indeed an important account of history and must be read. Remember, history repeats itself.

We must not forget.

[Abraham Arslan · Rating 5 out of 5]

The brilliant A.G Noorani.
This is second iteration of the book, first being in 2014. Coming back to it in light of the recent judgment.
A.G Noorani consistently opposes the interpretive reduction of the federal structure.
I'll write a detailed review or a post, time permitting.

[Satyam Lalotra · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book has the important feature

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[Ayan Sinha Mahapatra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very relevant, as it helps paint a very clear picture of the history of Kashmir. Though care has to be taken as this is only a collection of constitutional documents and the history has so much more.

[Syed shees]

iam says that we want freedom

[Ashish Shukla]

let me read 1st

[Ziaur Rahman]

I want to read