From Princely State to Union Territory

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About the Book

This textbook offers a lucid and comprehensive understanding of J&K politics, government and governance.

Government and Politics of Jammu and Kashmir provides an engaging account of different aspects of the key themes of politics and governance structures of Jammu and Kashmir, right from the formation of the State to its bifurcation into two Union Territories. Spanned over 13 chapters, the book aims to provide a clear idea about the political awakening of the people in the state, creation of leadership and political formations leading to the movement against Princely Order. The analysis and findings on different themes are presented as succinctly and lucidly as possible.

This book will serve as a helpful companion for undergraduate and post-graduate students of political science as well as civil service aspirants.

Key Features:

  • First-of-its-kind textbook on the politics of Jammu and Kashmir
  • Concise and well-balanced coverage of state politics in India 
  • Incorporates recent literature, latest data and illustrations
  • Includes pedagogically rich content, which closely follows UGC curriculum guidelines for the subject