Dattatraya, Bandaru
My tryst with emergency: The darkest phase of Indian democracy - Yojana: A Development Monthly - 68(11), Nov, 2024: p.43-46
In Independent history of India, 25 June 1975 was the darkest day, which will haunt generations to come. The direct consequence of the emergency was the suspension of various democratic rights. Many draconian laws were enacted during this time period, posing a serious threat to democratic values. It adversely impacted civil liberties. All the fundamental rights listed in articles 36, 37, 38, 39, 40 and 42 of the constitution were suspended. Fear was all pervasive. Uncertainty had gripped us. The entire country had become a de facto prison. – Reproduced
My tryst with emergency: The darkest phase of Indian democracy - Yojana: A Development Monthly - 68(11), Nov, 2024: p.43-46
In Independent history of India, 25 June 1975 was the darkest day, which will haunt generations to come. The direct consequence of the emergency was the suspension of various democratic rights. Many draconian laws were enacted during this time period, posing a serious threat to democratic values. It adversely impacted civil liberties. All the fundamental rights listed in articles 36, 37, 38, 39, 40 and 42 of the constitution were suspended. Fear was all pervasive. Uncertainty had gripped us. The entire country had become a de facto prison. – Reproduced