Question 3802
In which state, Armed Force Special Powers Act (AFSPA) was reimposed?
Answer
Manipur
Why?
The correct answer is Manipur. Key Points Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) was reimposed in Manipur in light of the law-and-order situation. AFSPA provides special powers to the armed forces to maintain public order in "disturbed areas." The Act has been in force in certain parts of India, particularly in the northeastern states and Jammu & Kashmir, for decades. Manipur has a long history of insurgency and conflict, which led to the reimposition of AFSPA. Additional Information Meghalaya: AFSPA was withdrawn from Meghalaya in 2018 after the security situation improved significantly. The state has seen reduced insurgent activity in recent years. Assam: AFSPA remains in force in some parts of Assam. The state has faced insurgent activities by groups like ULFA (United Liberation Front of Assam), leading to the imposition of AFSPA in the past. Sikkim: AFSPA has never been implemented in Sikkim. The state has been relatively peaceful and free from insurgency-related issues. About AFSPA: The Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) was enacted in 1958 to address insurgency in the northeastern states. It allows armed forces to carry out operations, arrest individuals without a warrant, and use force, even to the extent of causing death, in areas declared as "disturbed." The Act has been a subject of controversy due to allegations of human rights violations and excessive use of force by security personnel. A "disturbed area" is declared by the central or state government under Section 3 of AFSPA, based on the situation's severity.
