37.Assam Accord and NRC, Emergency and Naxalism Flashcards
When was the Assam Accord signed?
The Assam Accord was signed on August 15, 1985.
Who were the signatories of the Assam Accord?
The signatories of the Assam Accord were the Governments of India and Assam, the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU), and the All Assam Gana Sangram Parishad (AAGSP).
What was the main demand of the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) during the agitation?
The main demand of the AASU during the agitation was the identification and deportation of illegal immigrants.
What led to concerns about illegal immigrants in Assam?
The continuing influx of foreign nationals into Assam and its potential impact on the political, social, cultural, and economic life of the state led to concerns about illegal immigrants.
Who initiated the dialogue with AASU and AAGSP to address the issue of illegal immigrants in Assam?
The then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi initiated the dialogue with AASU and AAGSP to address the issue of illegal immigrants in Assam.
What are some of the important clauses of the Assam Accord?
Some important clauses of the Assam Accord include clauses related to the foreigners’ issue, safeguards and economic development, and the restoration of normalcy.
When was the “Implementation of Assam Accord Department” set up?
The “Implementation of Assam Accord Department” was set up in 1986 to implement the various clauses of the Assam Accord.
What was the base data year agreed upon for the detection and deletion of foreigners in Assam?
The base data year agreed upon for the detection and deletion of foreigners in Assam was 1/1/1966.
What was the fate of individuals who came to Assam prior to 1.1.1966?
Individuals who came to Assam prior to 1.1.1966, including those whose names appeared on the electoral rolls used in the 1967 elections, were to be regularized.
How were foreigners who came to Assam after 1.1.1966 and up to 24th March 1971 to be dealt with?
Foreigners who came to Assam after 1.1.1966 and up to 24th March 1971 were to be detected in accordance with the provisions of The Foreigners Act, 1946, and The Foreigners (Tribunals) Order, 1964. Their names would be deleted from the electoral rolls.
What was the cut-off used in updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC)?
The same cut-off of 1.1.1966 was used in updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
What registration process was required for foreigners in Assam?
Foreigners in Assam were required to register themselves before the Registration Officers of the respective districts in accordance with the provisions of The Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939, and The Registration of Foreigners Rules, 1939.
What was the fate of individuals who were expelled but re-entered illegally into Assam?
Individuals who were expelled earlier but had re-entered illegally into Assam would be expelled again.
What actions were to be taken regarding foreigners who came to Assam on or after March 25, 1971?
Foreigners who came to Assam on or after March 25, 1971, would continue to be detected, deleted, and practical steps would be taken to expel them.
What does Clause 6 of the Assam Accord address?
Clause 6 of the Assam Accord provides safeguards for the Assamese people to protect, preserve, and promote their culture, social, linguistic identity, and heritage.
Which communities are eligible for citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019?
The Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 provides citizenship to undocumented non-Muslim communities, including Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis, and Christians, from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh who entered India on or before December 31, 2014.
What is the contradiction between the CAA and the Assam Accord?
The CAA contradicts the Assam Accord of 1985, which states that all illegal migrants, regardless of religion, who entered Assam after March 25, 1971, would be deported. The CAA provides citizenship based on religion, favoring certain communities.
How many times has a National Emergency been declared in India?
A National Emergency has been declared three times in India.
When was the first National Emergency declared in India and why?
The first National Emergency was declared in India from 1962 to 1968. It was declared during the India-China war when the security of India was declared as being threatened by external aggression.
When was the second National Emergency declared in India and why?
The second National Emergency was declared in 1971 during the Indo-Pakistan war.
When was the third National Emergency declared in India and why?
The third National Emergency was declared from 1975 to 1977. It was declared under controversial circumstances of political instability and was based on the grounds of internal disturbance.
What constitutional amendment gave parliament the power to abridge Fundamental rights during the Emergency of 1977?
The government under Mrs. Indira Gandhi amended the constitution to give parliament the power to abridge Fundamental rights in case of legislation giving effect to Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs).
What was the significant change made by the government in appointing the Chief Justice of India during the Emergency of 1977?
The government set aside the long-standing precedent of appointing the senior most judges in the Supreme Court as Chief Justice and instead appointed Justice A.N. Ray as Chief Justice of India.
What was the ruling of the Allahabad High Court regarding Indira Gandhi’s election to Lok Sabha?
The Allahabad High Court ruled in favor of socialist leader Raj Narain and set aside Indira Gandhi’s victory, ruling her elections invalid on the grounds of abuse of power.
