Assam’s detention system for non-citizens, stemming from the NRC, faces challenges like indefinite detention, statelessness, and poor camp conditions. Legal and constitutional concerns arise from unfair processes and lack of judicial oversight. Proposed reforms include simplifying NRC procedures, ensuring judicial oversight, and improving detention conditions while exploring diplomatic solutions.
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Detention of non-citizens in Assam raises questions about liberty, legality, and constitutional values.
Assam faces unique challenges due to its closeness to Bangladesh, which resulted to immigration over
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