Srinagar, June 3 -- The new rules also define who qualifies as a domicile: anyone who has lived in Ladakh for 15 years, or studied for 7 years and appeared in Class 10 or 12 exams there. Children of central government employees, PSU staff, and others who've served in Ladakh for 10 years are also eligible.
The 10% reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) will remain in place.
English, Hindi, Urdu, Bhoti, and Purgi have been declared official languages of Ladakh, with English continuing for official work. The administration also plans to promote other native languages like Shina, Brokskat, Balti, and Ladakhi, and set up an Academy of Art, Culture and Languages.
As per the amendment to the LAHDC Act, 1997, one-third of council sea...