Sixth Schedule, statehood and tourism: A volcano lurks beneath the cold desert of Ladakh

Sixth Schedule, statehood and tourism: A volcano lurks beneath the cold desert of Ladakh

Ladakh’s history, and strong cultural and self-governance aspirations remained a thorn in the side of the state of J&K. Devolution into a Union territory has worsened the feeling of neglect and dominance among Ladakhis. In a border region with a fraught ecology, will the Indian government pay heed before this explosive mix bursts into flames?
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