HM Shah moves resolution to scrap Article 370

New Delhi, Aug 5   :   Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday moved a resolution in Rajya Sabha that Article 370 of the Constitution, which gives special status to Jammu and Kashmir, will not be applicable in the state.

Making a statement, Shah said this will come into effect when the President gives assent and the central government notifies it.

The Upper House witnessed massive uproar soon after the announcement by the Home Minister.

                                   [Agencies]