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Last Wednesday, the government took strict action against those who breached the security of the Lok Sabha and has registered a case under the UAPA Act against the accused. But what is this much talked about UAPA Act? Keep watching this video to know. Actually the full form of UAPA is Unlawful Activities Prevention Act under which legal action is taken against people who are suspected in terrorist activities. This law, which was brought in 1967, has become a scary reality for terrorists or after the Budhwar massacre, UAPA has once again become a topic of discussion. Let us tell you about it in detail.

What is UAPA law?

UAPA ACT is an Indian law which has been implemented to stop illegal activities in the country. This law gives the government the right to prosecute any suspect without any formal judicial process. If any person attacks the unity, sovereignty, security, or integrity of the country for the purpose of terrorism, he can be sentenced to 5 years to life imprisonment under UAPA. Please note that this law also applies to NRIs or foreign nationals.

When or why was UAPA law brought?

Actually UAPA law was first brought in 1967 to curb terror activities. Its objective was to put a stop to the elements that challenge national security. This law is applied in some special scenarios. Not here but 3 fundamental rights written in UAPA Indian constitution

1. Freedom of speech & expression

2. Right to assemble peacefully and without arms, or

3. Right to form associations or unions

He also talks about imposing logical restrictions. The famous UAPA Act 2019 also known as “Anti-terror law” was also amended. Although the Indian Penal Code in the country talks about the laws made on criminal activities, but UAPA is the only law that applies to illegal or terror activities.

Listed Terrorist Organizations

14 terrorist organizations have come under the UAPA Act. These include organizations like Lashkar-E-Taiba, Jaish-E-Mohammed, United Liberation Front of Assam, Communist Party of India, or Jammu and Kashmir Islamic Front.

It has been 22 years since the attack on Parliament on 13th December, so the attack again on the same day shows the deep flaw in security which the UAPA Act will do wonders to eliminate.