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What Is AFSPA

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) grants the Indian Armed Forces special powers in 'disturbed areas,' allowing actions such as shooting to kill and detaining individuals without warrants. Supporters argue it is necessary for maintaining order and combating insurgency, while critics claim it violates human rights and exacerbates conflict. The ongoing debate centers around balancing national security with human rights and the need for stability in affected regions.

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What Is AFSPA

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) grants the Indian Armed Forces special powers in 'disturbed areas,' allowing actions such as shooting to kill and detaining individuals without warrants. Supporters argue it is necessary for maintaining order and combating insurgency, while critics claim it violates human rights and exacerbates conflict. The ongoing debate centers around balancing national security with human rights and the need for stability in affected regions.

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The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) is a controversial law that grants special

powers to the Indian Armed Forces in areas declared as "disturbed areas." These powers
include the ability to shoot to kill, arrest and detain individuals without warrants, and conduct
searches without warrants. The law has been in effect in several states in India, particularly in
the Northeast and Jammu and Kashmir, for decades.
There is significant debate about the necessity and impact of AFSPA. Supporters argue that it is
essential for maintaining law and order in conflict-ridden areas and combating insurgency. They
believe that the special powers granted to the armed forces are necessary to effectively deal
with militants and protect national security.
Critics, on the other hand, argue that AFSPA is a draconian law that violates human rights and
undermines democracy. They point to numerous instances of alleged human rights abuses by
security forces operating under AFSPA, including extrajudicial killings, torture, and arbitrary
detention. Critics also argue that AFSPA alienates local populations and fuels further conflict.
The debate over AFSPA is complex and multifaceted. It involves balancing national security
concerns with human rights and the need for peace and stability in conflict-affected regions.

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