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    AFSPA, 1958 was enacted by the Parliament that

    ___________________.
    A grants special powers to Bank Auditors Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B grants special powers to Police Officers while investigation of Crime Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C grants special powers to NIA officials Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D grants special powers to the Indian Armed Forces to maintain public order in "disturbed areas". Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Armed Forces Special Powers Act, 1958 is an act of the Parliament of India that grants special powers to the Indian Armed Forces to maintain public order in "disturbed areas". According to the Disturbed Areas Act, 1976 once declared 'disturbed', the area has to maintain status quo for a minimum of 6 months.

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