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The Intelligence Organisations (Restriction of Rights) Act, 1985

The Intelligence Organisations (Restriction of Rights) Act, 1985

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The Intelligence Organisations (Restriction of Rights) Act, 1985, restricts specific fundamental rights for members of India’s central intelligence agencies, including the Intelligence Bureau and Research and Analysis Wing. It applies to all personnel employed in these organizations to ensure professional discipline and the proper discharge of their sensitive duties. Under this law, members are prohibited from joining trade unions, political associations, or unauthorized organizations and face strict limits on freedom of speech. They cannot communicate with the press or publish documents without permission, ensuring that sensitive organizational details are protected and personnel maintain professional discipline at all times.

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  1. 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
  2. 2. Definitions.
  3. 3. Restrictions respecting right to form association, freedom of speech, etc.
  4. 4. Penalty.
  5. 5. Offences to be cognizable.
  6. 6. Power to amend Schedule.
  7. 7. Power to make rules.

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