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As per section 21-A(5) of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997 an area may be designated a cardoned area for maximum period of _____________ days which may be extend in writing from time to time?

Correct answer: B. Fourteen

  • A. Seven days
  • B. Fourteen
  • C. Twenty-one
  • D. Twenty-eight

Explanation

Under section 21-A(5), an area may initially be designated as a cordoned area for up to fourteen days, with written extensions permitted from time to time.

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