Planning Of Article 370 Removal

Introduction and Historical Background00:00:00

The video begins with a dramatic account of PM Modi's midnight meeting with the President before the removal of Article 370. It then traces the history of princely states, the Mountbatten Plan, and the integration of Junagadh and Hyderabad, highlighting the complexities that led to the special status of Jammu and Kashmir.

Jammu and Kashmir's Accession and Article 37000:09:40

The focus shifts to Jammu and Kashmir's internal situation, including the discrimination under Raja Hari Singh, the rise of Sheikh Abdullah, and the tribal invasion that prompted the Instrument of Accession. The creation of Article 370 as a temporary provision and the subsequent Delhi Agreement that introduced Article 35A are explained.

Political Developments and Prelude to Removal00:28:54

The narrative covers the changing demographics of J&K due to insurgencies and wars, the BJP's growing demand to remove Article 370, and the 2014 elections that led to a BJP-PDP coalition. The breakdown of the coalition in 2018, imposition of Governor's rule, and the subsequent President's rule that granted the Governor sweeping powers are detailed.

The Master Plan and Final Removal00:36:38

The meticulous security arrangements, including the Amarnath Yatra advisory, house arrest of leaders, and deployment of para-military forces, are described. The Presidential Orders of 5 August 2019, which effectively nullified Article 370 and Article 35A, and the parliamentary resolution that revoked the special status are explained, culminating in the complete integration of J&K with India.