‘Chaos, uncertainty': CJI Chandrachud on why every decision taken by Centre can’t be challenged

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Article 370, the Supreme Court said, “There are innumerable decisions taken by the Union government on behalf of the State government for the purpose of day to day administration. Every decision and action taken by the Union executive on behalf of the State is not subject to challenge." The Supreme Court noted that if every decision of the Centre is cannot be open for challenge, else, the court said, it would lead to chaos and uncertainty.

“Opening up challenge to every decision would lead to chaos and uncertainty. It would put administration at a standstill," the Supreme Court said.

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The Supreme Court has unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 but directed that the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir be restored “at the earliest" and “as soon as possible". The Supreme Court has also directed the Election Commission to hold the elections in Jammu and Kashmir by September 30, 2024.