Terrorist Affected Areas (Special Courts) Act, 1984

This volume presents a comprehensive edition of the Terrorist Affected Areas (Special Courts) Act, 1984, commonly referred to as the TADA Act, which was enacted to provide a statutory framework for prosecution of terrorist offenses in designated areas. The Act establishes special courts with jurisdiction over terrorism-related cases, streamlines trial procedures, and defines the powers of law enforcement and judiciary in affected regions. Designed for legal practitioners, law students, judges, policymakers, and researchers in criminal law and counter-terrorism, this edition consolidates the statutory provisions to facilitate understanding of special court operations, procedural compliance, and legal enforcement in terrorist-affected areas. It covers trial procedures, admissibility of evidence, powers of courts, and measures for ensuring justice while maintaining national security. By providing a structured, authoritative text, this edition aids in legal research, courtroom preparation, and academic study. It is an indispensable reference for anyone involved in counter-terrorism law, special judicial procedures, or policymaking related to security and criminal justice in India.