Write a short note on the power sharing in jandk legislative council according to the constitution of jandk
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The Jammu and Kashmir has three distinguished geographical divisions with their unique cultures and social system. Accordingly Constitution of J and K ensures representation of each division in the Legislative Council. As per article 50 of the Constitution of J&K, the Legislative Council shall consist of 36 members--11 members from Kashmir with at least one each from Ladakh and Kargil. Simlarly 11 from Jammu division, with at least one each from Doda and Poonch district. Two members from the Panchayats from Kashmir and two from Jammu. Two more members are to be elected by municipal councils town area committees and notified area committees. The remaining eight members are nominated by the Governor from socially and economically backward classes in the state or persons having contributed in the field of literature, science, art etc.