Ban on seven Meitei extremist organisations ▪ A tribunal under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) has upheld the Centre’s decision to declare seven Meitei extremist organisations as “unlawful associations” for the next five years. About UAPA ▪ It was passed in 1967. ▪ Aim – To prevent unlawful activities of associations in India. ▪ UAPA Tribunal is headed by a retired or sitting judge of a High Court.
