Question
Download Solution PDFWhat is the full form for 'AFSPA' that has been in the news recently?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act.
Key Points
- The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, commonly known as AFSPA, is an act of the Parliament of India.
- It grants special powers to the Indian Armed Forces in areas declared as "disturbed".
- These powers include the authority to prohibit a gathering of five or more persons, arrest without a warrant, and use force even to the extent of causing death.
- The act has been a subject of debate and controversy due to concerns over human rights violations.
- AFSPA has been in force in various regions of India, including Jammu & Kashmir and the northeastern states.
Additional Information
- The act was enacted in 1958 to address the insurgency in the northeastern states.
- The act has provisions for periodic review and extension by the government.
- It provides immunity to the armed forces from prosecution unless the central government grants prior sanction.
- The act has been criticized by human rights organizations and activists for alleged misuse by security forces.
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