emergency powers

Emergency powers are special legal authorities granted to government leaders during crises, such as natural disasters, terrorist attacks, or public health emergencies. These powers allow them to act quickly and decisively, often bypassing normal procedures, to protect public safety. They can include measures like declaring a state of emergency, mobilizing resources, implementing curfews, or restricting movement. While meant to address urgent situations efficiently, these powers are usually limited in scope and duration, and are subject to oversight to prevent abuse or long-term infringement on rights.