Context
The Union Home Ministry has extended the disturbed area status in parts of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 for another six months.
Background:
About the present situation:
What is ‘Disturbed Area’ status?
Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA):
Article 355 of the Constitution of India confers power to the Central Government to protect every state from internal disturbance. |
What are Special Powers under AFSPA?
Arguments in the support of AFSPA: |
Arguments against AFSPA: |
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