The Hindu Editorial (For a full repeal) – Apr 04, 2022

In what is clearly a nod to the vociferous demand for the repeal of the unpopular Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from several States in the northeast,… For further reading, visit “The Hindu”. Below is today’s word list-1 for The Hindu Editorial (For a full repeal) – Apr 04, 2022.

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The Hindu Editorial (For a full repeal) – Apr 04, 2022:

repeal (noun) – revocation, cancellation, reversal, annulment, nullification, invalidation,, abolition, abrogation, withdrawal.
Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, (AFSPA), 1958 (noun) – In simple terms, Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) gives armed forces the power to maintain public order in “disturbed areas”. They have the authority to prohibit a gathering of five or more persons in an area, can use force or even open fire after giving due warning if they feel a person is in contravention of the law. If reasonable suspicion exists, the army can also arrest a person without a warrant; enter or search a premises without a warrant; and ban the possession of firearms.
Act (noun) – law, decree, statute, rule, ordinance.
relaxation (noun) – the process of making a restriction/rule less strict.
nod (noun) – indication, signal, sign (of approval).
vociferous (adjective) – vehement, vigorous; outspoken, forthright, vocal.
unpopular (adjective) – unfamous, disliked, hated, loathed.
civilian (noun) – non-military person, ordinary citizen.
considerably (adverb) – significantly, substantially, appreciably, markedly, noticeably.
jurisdiction (noun) – territory, region, province, district, area (to which a court of law or other institution can exercise its authority over suits, cases, appeals etc.).
in place (phrase) – in position; exist.
substantial (adjective) – considerable, significant, notable.
thus (adverb) – therefore, accordingly, hence, as a result, because of that.
on the other hand (phrase) – as an alternative.
in force (phrase) – effective, in operation, operative, operational, in action.
adjoin (verb) – be adjacent to, border, abut.
as things stand (phrase) – in the present situation.
relax (verb) – make less strict, ease.
application (noun) – use, utilization; implementation, execution; putting into operation/practice.
stem from (verb) – arise from, originate from, come from, be rooted in, emanate from, issue from, result from.
administrative (adjective) – regulatory, organizational, controlling, governmental.
rather than (phrase) – instead of.
burning (adjective) – urgent, crucial, pressing/compelling, important/significant.
burning question (noun) – an urgent/crucial issue (that people feel very strongly about).
experience (verb) – undergo, encounter, meet, be faced with, confront.
insurgency (noun) – uprising, revolt, rebellion.
degree (noun) – level.
piecemeal (adjective) – disorganized, unplanned, unsystematic, unmethodical, step by step.
gesture (noun) –action, deed, move; sign, signal, indication.
in particular (phrase) – particularly, specifically.
popular (adjective) – public, societal, collective; general, common, widespread.
in full (phrase) – in its entirety, in total.
unfulfilled (adjective) – incomplete, unfinished, neglected.
despite (preposition) – in spite of, notwithstanding, regardless of.
retention (noun) – the continued possession & use of something.
human rights (noun) – Human rights are rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status. Human rights include the right to life and liberty, freedom from slavery and torture, freedom of opinion and expression, the right to work and education, and many more. Everyone is entitled to these rights, without discrimination.
section (noun) – segment, part, division.
civil society (noun) – civil society refers to space for collective action around shared interests, purposes, and values, generally distinct from government and commercial for-profit actors. It refers to a wide array of organizations: community groups, non-governmental organizations [NGOs], labour unions, indigenous groups, charitable organizations, faith-based organizations, professional associations, and foundations. Civil society – sometimes called the “third sector” (after government and commerce) – has the power to influence the actions of elected policy-makers and businesses.
steadfastly (adverb) – firmly, resolutely, single-mindedly.
call for (phrasal verb) – require, publicly ask/necessitate, demand.
impression (noun) – opinion, view, perception.
hostile (adjective) – adverse, bad, harsh, grim, hard, tough.
Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) (noun) – an Indian law aimed at effective prevention of unlawful activities associations in India. Its main objective was to make powers available for dealing with activities directed against the integrity and sovereignty of India.
instead (adverb) – as an alternative, as a substitute, as a replacement.
tackle (verb) – address, deal with, attend to, try to sort out.
implementation(noun) – execution, application, use, utilization.
purview (noun) – range, scope, ambit, compass.
affair (noun) – activities, matters, dealings, undertakings, ventures, proceedings.
armed forces (noun) – forces, services, militia, soldiery.
immune (adjective) – resistant, not subject, not liable (from the effects of something); freed from, absolved from, released from, excused from, relieved of, spared from, excepted from, exempted from.
excesses (noun) – uncontrolled behaviour; unrestricted conduct; extreme, violent actions which are unacceptable.
discharge (noun) – carrying out, execution, implementation,
in effect (phrase) – in reality, in actual fact, effectively, essentially, practically.
circumscribe (verb) – restrict, limit; regulate.
immunity (noun) – exemption, exclusion, exception, indemnity, freedom; special treatment, privilege, favouritism.
beg the question (phrase) – raise a point; invite question.
statute (noun) – act/law, regulation, rule (written & laid down by the legislature).