Daily Current Affairs (UPSC CSE) - 26th September 2024 (Part 2)

6. Delegation of Diplomats Visiting Kashmir to Witness Elections

News Link: Delegation of Diplomats Visiting Kashmir to Witness Elections

Syllabus: Prelims & Mains – General Studies Paper II (Polity, Electoral Reforms, International Relations)

Context:

A delegation of foreign diplomats is visiting Kashmir to observe the upcoming elections, signifying the region’s transition toward political normalisation following the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019.

Key Points:

• Elections in Jammu & Kashmir:

  • The visit by international diplomats highlights the region’s return to electoral democracy after the revocation of its special status under Article 370.

  
  

• India's Diplomatic Strategy:

  • The Indian government’s invitation to foreign diplomats showcases transparency and aims to counter international concerns over human rights and governance in Kashmir.

  
  
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