Kashmiri Elections Questioned As Results Roll In

Kashmiri Elections Questioned As Results Roll In

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The video discusses the first local elections in Kashmir since its autonomy was revoked in August. Despite a high voter turnout, the legitimacy of the elections is questioned due to the detention of many local politicians and the boycott by major political parties. The revocation of autonomy by India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aimed to reduce terrorism in the region but resulted in protests and the deployment of Indian troops. Independent candidates won the majority of seats, with BJP securing about 26%.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the voter turnout percentage in the recent Kashmir local elections?

85.6%

98.3%

75.4%

92.1%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do some people consider the Kashmir local elections illegitimate?

Due to low voter turnout

Because of the region's economic crisis

Many local politicians were imprisoned

The elections were not held on time

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did India make to Kashmir's status in August?

Increased its budget allocation

Changed its official language

Revoked its autonomous status

Granted more autonomy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Prime Minister Narendra Modi's justification for revoking Kashmir's autonomy?

To free the region from terrorism

To promote tourism

To increase foreign investments

To improve economic conditions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the elections in terms of seat distribution?

Major political parties won the majority

Elections were postponed

BJP won all the seats

Independent candidates won around 70% of the seats