1975 Emergency in India

In 1975, India experienced a political crisis when Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a "State of Emergency" for 21 months, citing threats to national security and stability. During this period, civil liberties were restricted, political opponents were jailed, press freedom was curtailed, and elections were suspended. The Emergency was controversial, with critics viewing it as an authoritarian move aimed at consolidating power. It ended in 1977, leading to new elections and a shift in government. The period is seen as a significant chapter in India's democratic history, highlighting tensions between authority and civil rights.