West Pakistani Refugees - Indians but not citizens of J&K

Q.  Which of the following is/are true?

1) The West Pakistani Refugees settled in J&K are citizens of J&K.
2) However as of yet they do not have the right to vote in Parliamentary Elections.
- Published on 29 Sep 16

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

ANSWER: Neither 1 nor 2
 
  • The West Pakistani Refugees settled in J&K are citizens of India and they have the right to vote in Parliamentary Elections.
  • However, they are not permanent residents of the State in terms of J&K Constitution.
  • They do not enjoy voting rights to the State Assembly and Local Bodies.
  • The conferment of Permanent Resident Status to the West Pakistani refugees settled in J&K falls within the purview of J&K Constitution, which will enable them for Jobs under State Government, for admission into the State Technical/ Professional institutions and the right to purchase/ acquire land/ immovable properties in the State of J&K.

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