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What is AFSPA and who has the power to impose it?
What is AFSPA and who has the power to impose it?
AFSPA stands for Armed Forces Special Powers Act. The central government has the power to impose it.
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- AFSPA gives power to central government to impose it, but they usually consult with state government.
- Centre takes decision after receiving recommendation from state government.
- Security forces can open fire only after giving prior warning to suspect.
- Suspects must be handed over to local police station within 24 hours.
- Armed forces must act in cooperation with district administration.
- Reduction in areas under AFSPA due to improved security situation and development efforts.
- Agreements with major groups in Nagaland to end insurgency.
- Northeast has lived under AFSPA for nearly 60 years, creating alienation.
- Demilitarization of region expected after AFSPA withdrawal.
- Restrictions on movements through checkpoints and frisking of residents will be lifted.
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