Question

Assess any three effects of Emergency imposed in 1975 in strengthening the democracy in India.

Answer 1

Following are the effects of Emergency imposed in 1975 in strengthening the democracy in India:

1. Lessons of the Emergency: Though many observers think that India ceased to be democratic during the Emergency, it is worth noting that normal democratic functions restored within a short period. One lesson of the Emergency is that eliminating democracy in India is incredibly tough.
2. Rectified ambiguities regarding the Emergency Provision in the Constitution: Internal Emergency can now be declared only in cases of armed rebellions, and the Union Cabinet must provide written advice to the President before declaring an Emergency.
3. The Emergency made everyone more aware of the value of civil liberties: Following the Emergency, the courts, too, took an active role in preserving individuals' civil liberties. This is in response to the judiciary's incapacity to adequately protect civil freedoms during the Emergency. Following this event, many civil rights organizations arose.