Centre Establishes UAP(A) Tribunal to Review Ban on Jamaat-e-Islami-J-K

New Delhi (PTK News Desk): In a significant development, the Central government has formed the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal, headed by a Delhi High Court judge, to deliberate on the legality of declaring Jamaat-e-Islami, Jammu and Kashmir (JeI) as an ‘unlawful association’.

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued a notification on Wednesday, announcing the constitution of the tribunal to assess whether there are adequate grounds to designate JeI as an unlawful association under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.

The decision to establish the tribunal comes after the MHA extended the ban on Jamaat-e-Islami-J-K for another five years on February 27. Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the government’s commitment to combating terrorism and separatism, asserting that any threat to national security would be met with decisive action.

JeI-J-K was initially declared an ‘Unlawful Association’ on February 28, 2019, under the UA(P)A, with the government citing its alleged connections with militant groups, involvement in promoting extremism and militancy, and participation in anti-national activities aimed at inciting disaffection.

The formation of the tribunal marks a significant step in the government’s efforts to address security concerns in Jammu and Kashmir and curb activities deemed detrimental to national interests. The tribunal, led by Justice Navin Chawla of the Delhi High Court, is tasked with impartially assessing the evidence and determining the legality of the ban on Jamaat-e-Islami-J-K.

As the tribunal begins its proceedings, all eyes are on the deliberations and eventual decision, which will have far-reaching implications for the future status of Jamaat-e-Islami-J-K and the broader security landscape in the region. Stay tuned for updates as the tribunal’s inquiry unfolds.