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Which Act, enacted in 2002, extends to the whole of India, applies to Indian citizens even outside the country, and covers offences committed beyond India as if they were committed within India?

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The Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA), 2002, was enacted by the Parliament of India with provisions that extended to the whole of India, applied to citizens outside India, and covered offences committed abroad. It was later repealed in 2004.

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Which Act, enacted in 2002, extends to the whole of India, applies to Indian citizens even outside the country, and covers offences committed beyond India as if they were committed within India?

Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act

Prevention of Terrorism Act

Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act

National Security Act

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