Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA)

  • Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA)

    Context: According to Army sources, a significant challenge faced by security forces in Manipur is the absence of legal protection afforded by the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA). About the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), 1958 Origin: The...

    Published On July 10th, 2023
  • Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA)

    Context: The Union Home Minister has said that the Centre has decided to “reduce the disturbed areas” under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in Nagaland, Assam and Manipur. Decoding the News AFSPA law has already been withdrawn from...

    Published On March 28th, 2023