Political Science · India's Foreign Policy
UGC NET Jun 2025 Political Science
In which year did the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance pass the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA)?
A2007
B2005
C2002 ✓ Correct
D2001
Correct answer: (C) 2002 — POTA was passed in 2002, so that is the answer.
Explanation
★POTA was passed in 2002, so that is the answer.
★It was enacted by the BJP-led NDA government.
★It followed the December 2001 attack on the Indian Parliament.
★The law aimed to strengthen India's anti-terrorism legal framework.
★It allowed extended detention and special procedures against terror suspects.
★It drew criticism for misuse and alleged human-rights violations.
★It was repealed in 2004 by the succeeding government.
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