The National Security Act, 1980

The National Security Act, 1980 is an Indian law that provides for preventive detention in cases involving activities that threaten the security of the country or public order. The act empowers the central and state governments to detain individuals for a period of up to 12 months without trial if they are deemed to be a threat to national security or public order. The act also provides for the constitution of advisory boards to review the cases of detained individuals. The act has been controversial due to concerns about its potential misuse and violation of human rights.