Dark Chapters in History: 50 Years of Emergency Statement Since 1975 – The Young Man Observes 2 Minutes of Silence
It was as always at the Union Cabinet Meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 25, except that the two-minute silence was observed in the gathering to recall dark spots in history, as the country has completed 50 years since the national emergency was declared in 1975. The cabinet, after two minutes of silence, included a unified announcement, including a unified announcement.
Officially, the two-minute silence was considered a “tribute to those who have been deprived of democratic rights assured by the Constitution and suffered unimaginable horrors” and the cabinet paid “honoring the exaggeration and courage of the emergency.”
It notes: “As the mother of democracy, India is an example of preserving, protecting and upholding constitutional values.”
This is 10 Things to Know About the emergency situation in India in 1975-77:
When will a national emergency be effective?
In accordance with Article 352 of the Constitution, it will come into force from 25 June 1975 to 21 March 1977.
Why declare an emergency?
The emergency was announced against the backdrop of increasing political unrest and judicial development, which shocked the legitimacy of the ruling leadership.
What is an emergency?
Under Article 352, the President of India may declare that India’s security is when the security of any country is subject to imminent dangers of war, external aggression, armed insurgency or such incidents. This is a period that may limit citizens’ constitutional rights. The state of emergency enables the central government to take severe actions to safeguard national security, integrity and sovereignty.
What puts India in a state of emergency?
In the early 1970s, opposition to the then-growing government, protests led by Jayaprakash Narayan gathered Steam in Bihar and Gujarat. On June 12, 1975, the Allahabad High Court ruled that then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had abused government institutions in the 1971 general election campaign and ruled her guilty under the representative of the People Act of 1951. The ruling also disqualified her, leaving her out for six years.
The case was filed by Raj Narain, the socialist leader who lost to Gandhi by Rae Bareli. His legal challenges led to landmark judgments. However, the Supreme Court approved accommodation with conditions. Gandhi could continue to serve as prime minister and participate in parliament, but was banned from voting. The political crisis intensified and she was asked to resign.
“Threat of internal interference”
On June 25, 1975, then-President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed issued an emergency declaration, citing threats from internal riots. At that time, Article 352 allowed the President to declare an emergency on three grounds: war, external aggression or internal riots. The clause was later revised to replace the term “internal interference” with the 1978 “armed insurgency”.
Is this the first emergency in India?
No, this is the third emergency in Indian history. This is the first time that it was announced in peacetime.
Early declarations were during the wars with China and Pakistan in 1962 and 1971, respectively.
What happened in a national emergency?
Administrators gained the right to cover, and state power occupied the central control. Constitutional safeguards were suspended by the system.
What other articles were called after the move on June 25, 1975?
On June 27, 1975, Articles 358 and 359 were also invoked. Although Article 358 affects freedom of expression, expression, assembly and movement, Article 359 affects protections such as equality before the law, right to life and freedom and freedom from detention.
During this period, opposition leaders including Jayaprakash Narayan, Morarji Desai, Atal Bihari Vajpayee and LK Advani were arrested under the Internal Security Act (MISA).
During this period, the press and public information were strictly controlled. Starting from June 26, 1975, all newspapers have reviewed the review. Editors must obtain government permission before publishing news, editorials or photos. On February 1, 1976, the government merged four major news organizations, namely Unity News of India News, United India News (UNI), Samachar Bharati and Hindustan Samachar, a single entity called Samachar. In addition, the statutory regulator, the Press Council of India was repealed.
When will the election be held after the emergency? What is the result?
The election took place in March 1977, when the Congress lost the power of the Janata Party.
National emergency impact
The emergency brought significant changes to the country’s constitution, legal and administrative system.
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