Ladakh becomes third administrative division of Jammu an Kashmir

• The Jammu and Kashmir government on February 08, 2019 approved the creation of a separate Administrative Revenue Division for Ladakh. This division will comprise Leh and Kargil Districts with its headquarters at Leh.

• Now, Jammu and Kashmir will have three divisions – Jammu, Ladakh and Kashmir.

• Ladakh is one of the most sparsely populated regions in Jammu and Kashmir and is the highest plateau in the state, with most of it being over 9,800 feet above sea level. 

Points to remember:

1. Recently which of these has been made the third administrative division in J&K?
2. Jammu and Kashmir has how many administrative divisions?- 3