AN ANALYSIS OF THE EMERGENCY 1975

AUTHOR – CHAITALI MUNGRE, STUDENT AT NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY, ODISHA

Best Citation – CHAITALI MUNGRE, AN ANALYSIS OF THE EMERGENCY 1975, ILE JOURNAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE LAW REVIEW (ILE JALR), 1 (1) of 2023, Pg. 1-5, APIS – 3920 – 0051 | ISBN – 978-81-964391-3-2.

Abstract

The 1975 Emergency in India was a period of political turmoil marked by the imposition of authoritarian rule. Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency, suspending civil liberties and curbing freedom of expression. Thousands of political opponents were detained without due process, while censorship and government control over media intensified. The emergency provoked public outrage, leading to protests and resistance from civil society organizations and activists. The 1977 general elections resulted in the defeat of the ruling Congress Party and the restoration of democracy. The impact of the emergency on Indian democracy remains significant, emphasizing the fragility of democratic institutions and the need to safeguard constitutional values and civil liberties. Understanding this critical period in Indian history highlights the challenges faced by democracies and the importance of protecting democratic principles. This abstract provides an overview of the 1975 emergency, its consequences, and its enduring lessons in 300 words.

Keywords: 1975 Emergency India, Political turmoil, Authoritarian rule, Indira Gandhi, Suspension of civil liberties, Curtailment of freedom of expression.