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SHORT ANSWER: The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) grants special powers to the armed forces in "disturbed areas." DETAILS: - AFSPA allows armed forces to arrest without a warrant and use force, including lethal force, under certain conditions. - It provides immunity to armed forces personnel from prosecution for actions taken under the Act. - The Act requires the declaration of an area as "disturbed" by the state government or the central government. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Actions taken under AFSPA cannot be challenged in any court of law, providing legal protection to armed forces personnel. SOURCE: - Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958
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