AFSPA Extended in Nagaland
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has declared the entire State of Nagaland as a “disturbed area” for six more months, under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958 which empowers security forces to conduct operations anywhere and arrest anyone without prior notice. The AFSPA has been in force in the Northeast since 1958. Nagaland acquired statehood in 1963.
- The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act was enacted in 1958 to bring under control what the government of India considered ‘disturbed’ areas.
- The government (either the state or centre) considers those areas to be ‘disturbed’ “by reason of differences or disputes ....
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