AFSPA

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) is a law in India that grants the military special powers in certain disturbed or conflict areas. It allows soldiers to carry out operations, arrest individuals, and even open fire if necessary, without immediate prior approval from civilian authorities. The purpose is to maintain law and order in regions facing insurgency or violence. However, AFSPA is controversial because it grants significant authority to the military, sometimes leading to accusations of abuses of human rights. Its application is typically limited to specific zones declared as disturbed, with the aim of restoring peace.