Jammu & Kashmir Assembly Election | 17 Sep 2024

Why in News?

The first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 is set to take place on 18 September 2024, with extensive preparations and heightened security measures in place to ensure a smooth and fair voting process.

Key Details:

Polling Constituencies:
- Voting will occur in 24 constituencies during this first phase.
- 16 constituencies are located in southern Kashmir, and 8 constituencies are in the Jammu division.
Security Arrangements:
- Multi-tier security arrangements have been implemented to maintain order and safety during the elections.
- This includes increased deployment of security personnel at polling booths and strategic locations.
Election Phases:
- The election will be conducted in three phases: September 18, September 25, and October 12.
- The second phase will cover 26 constituencies, including districts like Srinagar, Poonch, and Rajouri.
- The final phase will involve 40 constituencies, including Bandipora, Baramulla, and Jammu.

What is Delimitation?

About:
- Delimitation means the act or process of fixing limits or boundaries of territorial constituencies in a country or a province having a legislative body.
- The Delimitation Commission Act was enacted in 1952.
  - The Delimitation Commission is appointed by the President of India and works in collaboration with the Election Commission of India (ECI).
- Delimitation Commissions have been set up four times 1952, 1963, 1973 and 2002 under the Acts of 1952, 1962, 1972 and 2002.
- The first delimitation exercise was carried out by the President (with the help of the Election Commission) in 1950-51.