MAINS 2015 · GS III · INTERNAL SECURITY

Human right activists constantly highlight the fact that the Armed forces (Special Powers…

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GS Paper III 15 marks 250 words Internal Security
Question

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Human right activists constantly highlight the fact that the Armed forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) is a draconian act leading to cases of human right abuses by security forces. What sections of AFSPA are opposed by the activists. Critically evaluate the requirement with reference to the view held by Apex Court.

Syllabus link: GS III – Security Forces: Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate.

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