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Key Points for SSC, UPSC & Other Govt Exams
- New Ladakh-specific regulations notified on 2nd and 3rd June 2025
- Domicile rule introduced for government jobs
- Job reservations increased to 85%
- Five official languages recognised
- 1/3rd reservation for women in local councils
- No restriction on land ownership for outsiders
- No constitutional protection or Sixth Schedule inclusion
Complete Explanation of Ladakh Land and Job Regulations 2025
Background
Post its separation from Jammu and Kashmir in 2019, Ladakh became a Union Territory without a legislature. Since then, people have been demanding laws to protect their land, jobs, and identity. Responding to this, the Central Government notified five major regulations on June 2 and 3, 2025, marking the first major legal framework exclusive to Ladakh.
1. Domicile-Based Job Reservation
The Ladakh Civil Services Decentralization and Recruitment (Amendment) Regulation, 2025 introduces domicile requirements for government jobs.
Who is considered a domicile?
- Anyone living in Ladakh for 15 years, or
- Anyone who completed their education in Ladakh
2. Domicile Certificate Rules, 2025
As per the Ladakh Civil Services Domicile Certificate Rules, 2025:
- Tehsildar will issue the domicile certificate
- Deputy Commissioner will handle appeals
- Application can be made online or offline
3. Reservation Regulation Expanded
The Union Territory of Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulation, 2025 increases the reservation cap to 85% for:
- Scheduled Castes (SC)
- Scheduled Tribes (ST)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Other backward groups
This applies to both government jobs and professional education institutions, compared to the earlier 50% limit.
4. Official Language Recognition
The Ladakh Official Languages Regulation, 2025 now officially recognises:
- English, Hindi, Urdu, Bhoti, and Purgi
It also mandates the preservation of local languages such as: - Shina, Brokskat, Balti, Ladakhi
This is a crucial step in cultural identity protection.
5. Women’s Reservation in Local Governance
The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (Amendment) Regulation, 2025 ensures:
- One-third seats reserved for women in both Leh and Kargil councils
- Promotes inclusive governance and women’s participation
Limitations of the Regulations
- No constitutional protection: These regulations can be changed by the Central Government any time
- No restriction on land purchase by outsiders
- No local legislative assembly = No self-rule mechanism
- Demand for inclusion under the Sixth Schedule remains unfulfilled
About Union Territory of Ladakh (For Exam Reference)
- Formation: 31 October 2019 (after bifurcation of J&K)
- Capital: Leh (Summer), Kargil (Winter)
- Major Rivers: Indus, Zanskar
- National Parks: Hemis National Park
- Mountain Ranges: Karakoram, Zanskar Range
- Famous Festivals: Hemis Festival, Losar
Possible MCQs Based on This Topic
- When were the new Ladakh regulations notified?
a) January 26, 2025
b) March 15, 2025
c) June 2–3, 2025
d) May 10, 2025 - According to the new regulations, who is considered a domicile of Ladakh?
a) Residents for 5 years
b) People born in Ladakh only
c) Those who have owned land in Ladakh
d) Those residing for 15 years or educated in Ladakh - How much job reservation is provided under the new rules?
a) 50%
b) 60%
c) 75%
d) 85% - Which of the following is not an official language of Ladakh as per the new regulations?
a) Bhoti
b) Hindi
c) Purgi
d) Kashmiri - How many seats are reserved for women in Leh and Kargil councils?
a) One-fourth
b) One-third
c) Half
d) 10%
