Insurgency in Northeast India — Prelims Questions

Which of the following constitutional provisions specifically safeguards Naga customary law and ownership of land and its resources in Nagaland?

Consider the following statements regarding the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA): 1. It can be imposed by the Governor of a state or the Central Government. 2. It grants immunity from prosecution to armed forces personnel for actions taken under the Act without central government sanction. 3. The Supreme Court, in the EEVFAM case, upheld the blanket immunity provided by AFSPA. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following peace accords is considered a landmark success in bringing an end to a major insurgency and integrating the insurgent group into the political mainstream?

Which of the following states are covered under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution for the administration of tribal areas? 1. Assam 2. Nagaland 3. Meghalaya 4. Tripura 5. Mizoram Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements regarding the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA): 1. It was formed with the objective of establishing an independent socialist Assam. 2. Its hardline faction, ULFA (Independent) led by Paresh Barua, has recently expressed willingness for unconditional peace talks. 3. It has historically received support and sanctuaries from Bangladesh. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?