Article 34 of CoI : Article 34: Restriction On Rights Conferred By This Part While Martial Law Is In Force In Any Area

Explanation using Example

Imagine a situation where civil unrest has escalated to such an extent in a particular region of India that the government decides to impose martial law to restore order. During this period, a military officer in charge takes certain actions to maintain peace, which include imposing curfews and detaining individuals suspected of inciting violence.

Once the situation is under control and martial law is lifted, there may be legal challenges questioning the legality of the officer's actions. In this context, under Article 34 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament has the power to pass a law that provides indemnity to the military officer, protecting him from legal proceedings for the actions taken during the imposition of martial law. This ensures that individuals acting in good faith to restore order are not unfairly penalized once normalcy returns.