J&K Govt Declares 25 Books Forfeit for Alleged Secessionist Content
The Home Department of Jammu & Kashmir has taken a significant action by forbidding the publication and circulation of 25 books, citing concerns that they contain secessionist narratives and pose a threat to India's sovereignty.
Notification Highlights:
– Issued under Section 98 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
– Section 98 empowers the govt to forfeit publications that promote secessionism.
– Books include works by notable authors like Arundhati Roy, A.G. Noorani, Victoria Schofield, David Devadas, Sumantra Bose, and others.1
– Issued under Section 98 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
– Section 98 empowers the govt to forfeit publications that promote secessionism.
– Books include works by notable authors like Arundhati Roy, A.G. Noorani, Victoria Schofield, David Devadas, Sumantra Bose, and others.1
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | J&K Home Department |
| Number of Books | 25 |
| Authors Included | Arundhati Roy, A.G. Noorani, Sumantra Bose, Victoria Schofield, David Devadas, others |
| Legal Section | Section 98, BNSS 2023 |
| Reason | Propagating false narratives, secessionism, radicalizing youth |
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