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The Telangana Suppression of Disturbances Act, 1948

The Telangana Suppression of Disturbances Act, 1948

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This law empowers the State Government of Telangana to declare specific areas as "disturbed" to restore public order. Once declared, the state can impose strict measures, including the death penalty for serious crimes like kidnapping, rape, and rioting. Additionally, police and magistrates are authorized to use lethal force against individuals violating bans on large gatherings or carrying weapons. The legislation provides legal immunity to officials acting under these powers, ensuring they can take decisive action to maintain peace and security during periods of civil unrest.

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  1. 1. Short title, extent and commencement
  2. 2. Definition
  3. 3. Power to declare areas to be disturbed areas
  4. 4. Certain offences to be punishable with death in disturbed areas
  5. 5. Power to fire upon persons contravening certain orders in disturbed areas
  6. 6. Protection of persons acting under section 5

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