India dismisses OIC criticism, upholds Supreme Court on Article 370

Context: India rejected the statement issued by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on the  Supreme Court’s judgement upholding the 2019 revocation of Article 370 of the Constitution. 

OIC’s Stand on Article 370: Addressing International Disputes and Collective Muslim Advocacy

• The OIC secretariat called to reverse all illegal and unilateral measures taken to change the status quo of an internationally recognized disputed territory, about the 2019 amendment to remove Article 370. 

Supreme Court Verdict on Article 370 

• Recently, the Supreme Court has upheld the abrogation of Article 370 related to Jammu and Kashmir. 
• The apex court said Article 370 was enacted due to wartime conditions in the State and was meant to serve a transitional purpose. 
• However, the court has observed that restoration of Statehood and elections should be prioritized. 

For More Information, Refer Supreme Court Verdict on Abrogation of Article 370

News Source: Livemint