Immunity vs Impunity: AFSPA Debate

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  • Published On: August 14, 2018
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The Armed Forces Special Powers Act is one of the most controversial laws in the country, a law which protects serving soldiers from prosecution in disturbed areas. Now, more than 300 serving officers and men have approached the Supreme Court and have filed a criminal petition asking for AFSPA not to be diluted. On Trending @ 10, we look at this petition, why has it been filed now and why AFSPA remains so controversial.

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