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The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 grants special powers to the armed forces in which of the following states?

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Consider the areas in which AFSPA is usually applicable.
Updated On: Dec 18, 2024
  • Jammu
  • Ladakh
  • Manipur
  • Sikkim
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) of 1958 is a law that grants special powers to the Indian Armed Forces in areas declared as ”disturbed” under this law. One of the states where this Act is implemented is Manipur, especially in conflict zones. AFSPA is also in force in other parts of India such as Jammu and Kashmir and Nagaland.

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