SHORT ANSWER:
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) faces legal challenges regarding human rights violations and accountability of armed forces personnel.
DETAILS:
- AFSPA grants special powers to armed forces in "disturbed areas," leading to concerns over human rights violations.
- There have been petitions in the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of AFSPA on grounds of violation of fundamental rights.
- Issues of accountability for actions taken by armed forces under AFSPA are often raised, as the Act provides immunity from prosecution without prior sanction.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Violations of human rights under AFSPA can lead to legal action against the state, but accountability for armed forces personnel is limited due to the protections offered by the Act.
SOURCE:
- Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958
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