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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

न्यायिक समीक्षा मुख्यतः किन के खिलाफ की जाती है?

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

न्यायिक समीक्षा का सिद्धांत किसके द्वारा समर्थित है?

Which of the following provisions of the Indian Constitution is related to the financial emergency?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया में राज्यसभाओं का समर्थन कितने प्रतिशत से अधिक होना चाहिए?

निर्वाचन आयोग के अध्यक्ष का कार्यकाल कितना होता है?

लोकसभा का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

Who was the first woman Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

न्यायपालिका की संरचना में किसका प्रमुख योगदान होता है?

Who appoints the members of the Election Commission of India?