MHA designates 23 Pakistan-based individuals as ‘terrorists’ under UAPA
The Ministry of Home Affairs has designated 23 Pakistan-based individuals as 'terrorists' under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). This designation empowers the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to initiate actions such as freezing their financial assets, blocking funds, and enforcing arms embargoes. The move represents a significant step in India's legal and security strategy to counter cross-border terrorism and choke its financing.
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The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act, 2019, empowers the government to designate individuals as 'terrorists'. Discuss how this provision strengthens India's national security framework, while also addressing the human rights and civil liberty concerns raised against it.
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Which ministry is responsible for the designation of Pakistan-based individuals as 'terrorists' under UAPA?
- A.Ministry of Home Affairs
- B.Ministry of External Affairs
- C.Ministry of Defence
- D.Ministry of Information Technology
The text states that the Ministry of Home Affairs has designated 23 Pakistan-based individuals as 'terrorists' under UAPA.
What is the name of the agency empowered to take actions against the designated Pakistan-based individuals?
- A.National Investigation Agency (NIA)
- B.National Security Council
- C.Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
- D.State Intelligence Service
The text states that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is empowered to take actions such as freezing financial assets, blocking funds, and enforcing arms embargoes.
What specific action can NIA take against the designated Pakistan-based individuals under UAPA?
- A.Freezing financial assets
- B.Blocking funds from foreign banks
- C.Enforcing arms embargoes
- D.Imposing economic sanctions on Pakistan
The text states that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) can take actions such as freezing financial assets, blocking funds, and enforcing arms embargoes.