SHORT ANSWER:
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) grants special powers to armed forces in disturbed areas.
DETAILS:
- AFSPA allows armed forces to maintain public order in areas declared as disturbed.
- It provides immunity to armed forces personnel from prosecution for actions taken under the Act.
- The Act requires the central government to declare an area as disturbed for AFSPA to be applicable.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Violation of AFSPA provisions can lead to disciplinary action against armed forces personnel, but they are generally protected from legal action for actions taken under the Act.
SOURCE:
- Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958
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