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What is the tenure of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
Question

What is the tenure of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?

A.

Four years

B.

Seven years

C.

Five years

D.

Six years

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) FIVE years.

Explanation:
Before the revocation of Article 370 in 2019, the tenure of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir was six years, unlike other Indian states where the tenure is five years.

Information Booster:

  • Jammu and Kashmir had a special status under Article 370 before August 5, 2019.
  • The state had its own constitution and a six-year tenure for the legislative assembly.
  • The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 changed the tenure to five years, aligning it with other Indian states.
  • Ghulam Mohammed Sadiq was the first Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • Mehbooba Mufti was the first female Chief Minister of the state.

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