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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, to maintain public order. - 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): - No specific punishment for armed forces personnel acting under AFSPA, as it provides them immunity. SOURCE: - Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958
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