Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 - Article 370 Abrogation
Legislative action — a bill, act, or amendment that creates or modifies the legal framework. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.
Summary
Revoked the special autonomous status of Jammu & Kashmir under Article 370, bifurcated the state into two Union Territories: J&K (with legislature) and Ladakh (without legislature). One of the most significant constitutional changes in Indian history.
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source Historical Record
Published Monday, 5 August 2019
Affected Population 1.4 billion citizens, 20 million government employees
Key Numbers
20 million central + state government employees
Rs 3.3 lakh crore transferred via DBT
1,500+ services on UMANG app
Defence budget: Rs 6.21 lakh crore (2025-26)
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA II BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right