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The Emergency period was a dark chapter in history from "summary" of India After Gandhi: The History of the World's Largest Democracy by Ramachandra Guha
The Emergency period in India was a time of great upheaval and repression. It was a dark chapter in the nation's history, marked by the suspension of civil liberties and the imposition of authoritarian rule. During this period, the government led by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi cracked down on political opponents, journalists, and activists, silencing dissent and stifling democracy. The Emergency was declared in 1975, following a series of court rulings that went against the Prime Minister. Gandhi responded by declaring a state of emergency, citing threats to national security and internal stability. The period that followed was marked by mass arrests, censorship of the press, and the suspension of fundamental rights. Thousands of people were detained without trial, and those who dared to speak out against the government were subjected to harassment and intimidation. The press was muzzled, with newspapers and magazines being censored or shut down if they criticized the government. Opposition leaders were arrested, and political parties were banned. The Emergency period was characteri...
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