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hard state

Coverage of hard state in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 3 · 03:01 UTCMost recent: Jul 3 · 03:01 UTC
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Punjab Governmentorganization1Restriction of Habitual Offenders (Punjab) Act, 1918topic1Punjab Control of Goondas Ordinance, 1959topic1anti-social behaviortopic1Section 6topic1Section 9topic1administrative tribunalstopic1
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  • CRIMEJul 3 · 03:01 UTCDAWN
    The hard state

    The Punjab government has proposed a bill to replace outdated laws against habitual offenders, introducing controversial clauses defining anti-social behavior through digital platforms. Critics argue the law reflects a 'hard state' approach, potentially bypassing judicial due process and enabling punitive administrative tribunals.