“DELHI L-G SANCTIONS UAPA PROSECUTION OF ARUNDHATI ROY, HUSSAIN”
Why in the news?
- Delhi L-G sanctions prosecution of Arundhati Roy and Sheikh Showkat Hussain under UAPA for alleged provocative speeches in 2010.
- FIR registered following court orders; speeches at “Azadi – The Only Way” conference discussed Kashmir separation from India.
source:scribd
About Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA):
- Enacted in 1967 to impose reasonable restrictions on fundamental freedoms.
- Primary anti-terror legislation post-repeal of TADA and POTA.
- Defines “unlawful activity” and criteria for designating an “unlawful association.”
- The 2004 Amendment brought terrorist activities under UAPA.
- Applies to entire India, including crimes committed outside India.
- Encompasses Indian citizens, government personnel, and individuals on Indian vessels.
- Individuals can be designated as terrorists under the 2019 Amendment.
About Lieutenant Governor’s post in India:
Constitutional Articles:
Associated Article: https://universalinstitutions.com/unlawful-activities-prevention-act-uapa-1967/ |