A G Noorani

Sep 18, 2024 | countercurrents.org | Waseem Ahmad Bhat |Firdous Nazir |Nayeema Ahmad Mahjoor |A G Noorani

This article examines the evolving political dynamics in Kulgam ahead of the forthcoming assembly elections, characterized by a fierce contest between the Left, represented by the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)], and the Right, represented by an independent candidate backed by Jamaat-e-Islami. Traditionally, the primary electoral rivalry in Kulgam involved CPI(M) and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

Sep 16, 2024 | countercurrents.org | Firdous Nazir |Waseem Ahmad Bhat |Nayeema Ahmad Mahjoor |A G Noorani

IntroductionOn Sept 18, 2024, the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) goes to the polls in three phases, the first time in a decade, and the first following the down-grading of the state in 2019. In August 2019, in the midst of an unprecedented shut down of all communication, Jammu and Kashmir lost its special status with the abrogation of Art 370 of the Indian Constitution.

Sep 16, 2024 | countercurrents.org | Firdous Nazir |Waseem Ahmad Bhat |Nayeema Ahmad Mahjoor |A G Noorani

Kashmir, a region mired in political turmoil, has witnessed decades of unrest and disillusionment with its leadership. For years, political parties like the National Conference (NC) and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have dominated the scene, making grand promises during election campaigns but failing to deliver on the Kashmir issue once in power.

Sep 15, 2024 | countercurrents.org | Waseem Ahmad Bhat |Nayeema Ahmad Mahjoor |A G Noorani |Keara Sosa

The emergence of political leaders is determined by many factors. Social, political, cultural and economic factors are among the most important dynamics which give emergence to of leaders. In modern history of Kashmir the emergence of political leaders has been largely determined by the political context and factors. The leaders in Kashmir history have not been able to stand by the expectations of the general masses and deliver what was expected from them.

Sep 15, 2024 | countercurrents.org | Waseem Ahmad Bhat |Nayeema Ahmad Mahjoor |A G Noorani |Bilal Dar

The abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019 marked a watershed moment for Jammu and Kashmir, stripping the region of its special constitutional status. This was followed by a delimitation process, which redrew electoral constituencies and altered representation, significantly reshaping the political landscape. As the region gears up for upcoming assembly elections, the focus will be on how these transformations influence political parties and the electorate alike.