After a gap of five years, Assembly elections were held in J&K, marking a significant step toward restoring democratic processes.
Approximately 63.5% of the electorate voted, which is slightly lower than the 65.7% in the 2014 Assembly polls but higher than the 58.5% in the recent general elections.
Recent years have seen major changes, including:
Dissolution of the elected Assembly in November 2018.
Loss of special status and statehood after bifurcation into two Union Territories.
A delimitation exercise leading to new constituencies
Local parties are campaigning not only on economic issues but also on demands for restoring special status and addressing ongoing conflicts.
Alignment with Democratic Principles
The successful conduct of elections reaffirms the commitment to democratic processes, ensuring citizens can participate in governance.
High voter turnout indicates public interest in political participation and the expression of democratic rights.
The elections provide a platform for diverse political voices, allowing citizens to articulate grievances and aspirations.
The return to electoral politics suggests a move toward stabilizing J&K's political environment and aligning it more closely with the democratic practices observed in the rest of India.
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