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Which amendment removed the special powers of Parliament to make laws to deal with anti-national activities?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 42nd Amendment Act, 1976
  2. 38th Amendment Act, 1975
  3. 44th Amendment Act, 1978
  4. 43rd Amendment Act, 1977

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 43rd Amendment Act, 1977

Explanation: Correct Answer: D) 43rd Amendment Act, 1977 šŸ“š Explanation: The 43rd Amendment Act of 1977 was one of the early measures taken to undo the legal changes of the Emergency era. It specifically removed the special powers granted to Parliament by the 42nd amendment to legislate against "anti-national activities". These powers had been seen as overly broad and prone to political misuse against opposition groups. The restoration of civil liberties was the primary objective of this particular legislative update.