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Anti-Terror Laws: Constitutional Perspective

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Focuses on laws like the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and earlier TADA, POTA. They aim to curb terrorism but raise civil liberties questions under Articles 14, 19, 21. The judiciary examines pre-trial detentions, bail restrictions, and broad definitions of “terrorist acts.” Balancing national security with due process remains controversial. While courts uphold the principle that bail should not be unreasonably denied, the State justifies stringent provisions for credible terror threats. Debates revolve around potential misuse against dissenters or minority communities. Constitutional standards require proportional and necessary limitations, ensuring these laws do not compromise fundamental freedoms essential to a democracy.

Practice Questions

Who was the first woman to become the President of India?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Constitution?

Which of the following is NOT a power of the Rajya Sabha?

Who appoints the members of the Election Commission of India?

अनुच्छेद 370 किस राज्य को विशेष दर्जा प्रदान करता था?

भारतीय संविधान में संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस आधार पर की जाती है?

Who has the authority to remove the Vice President of India from office?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of rights of minorities?

न्यायपालिका की नियुक्ति में पुनरीक्षण किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

संसद में विधेयक पर पुनर्विचार का अधिकार किसे है?