In a rare joint session, the Parliament of India approved the anti-terrorism bill. Government opponents had described the bill as highly authoritarian. The House of Representatives of India had passed the bill last week, but the Indian Senate, where opposition parties hold a majority, rejected the House's decision. Mr. Atal Bihari Vajpayee stated he was confident that the new bill would pass in the joint session of Parliament. The new bill allows for individuals suspected of involvement in terrorism to be held in detention without trial for up to 90 days. The bill also includes provisions for cutting off terrorist funding, wiretapping communications, tracking their telecommunications, and confiscating their assets. Parts of this bill have been effectively implemented since early this year based on a presidential decree, but the term of the presidential decree will expire next month.
Approval of Anti-Terrorism Bill in India - 2002-03-27
The Indian Parliament approved an anti-terrorism bill in a rare joint session, despite opposition claims of authoritarianism. The bill allows for detention without trial for suspected terrorists and includes measures to cut off funding and track communications. This legislative move is significant as it reflects the government's stance on security and civil liberties.
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📰 What Happened
The Indian Parliament approved an anti-terrorism bill during a joint session, allowing for detention without trial for suspected terrorists and enhancing surveillance measures.
- The bill permits detention without trial for up to 90 days.
- It includes provisions for cutting off terrorist funding and wiretapping communications.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The anti-terrorism bill reflects ongoing global concerns about terrorism and the balance between security and civil liberties.
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