In 56 days over 5 years, the Jammu and Kashmir Constituent Assembly created the J&K Constitution, and joined India on its own terms.

The Bench heard arguments for 60+ hours over 16 days. Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal argued the longest, followed by SG Mehta

The SC reserved judgement after hearing arguments from 40 counsel

“If 370 is beyond the reach of amendment, is it above basic structure?” Court asks Petitioners

Respondents argued that there is no limit on President’s power to pull plug on special status of J&K

SG Tushar Mehta argued that Jammu & Kashmir has seen rapid development since it was made a Union Territory.

The Constitution Bench heard the Unions opening arguments in support of the abrogation of Article 370.

On Days 8 and 9, 12 counsels appearing for the petitioners in the challenge to Article 370 argued before the Supreme Court.

As the Supreme Court answers large constitutional questions, the will of the people of Jammu and Kashmir hangs in the balance.

DESK BRIEF: As the Supreme Court answers large constitutional questions, the will of the people of Jammu and Kashmir hangs in the balance.