Martial Law in Taiwan

Martial Law in Taiwan refers to a period from 1949 to 1987 when the government imposed strict military control over the country, primarily to curb communist influences and internal dissent after the Chinese Civil War. During this time, civil liberties were heavily restricted, political opposition was suppressed, and various laws limited freedom of speech and assembly. The government, led by the Kuomintang (KMT), justified these measures as necessary for national security. Martial Law was lifted in 1987, paving the way for democratic reforms and greater political freedom in Taiwan.