Supreme Court to Review 2025 Order Challenged for Violating the Historic Assam Accord
The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Centre regarding a plea challenging the Immigration and Foreigners (Exemption) Order 2025. The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) argues that this order contradicts the Assam Accord by effectively extending the cut-off date for illegal immigrants from March 24, 1971, to December 31, 2024. The petition claims this violates Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, which was specifically inserted to uphold the Accord's intent of preserving the demography and cultural identity of the Assamese people. The Court's review will focus on the constitutionality of these exemptions.
Key Points
- The Assam Accord established March 24, 1971, as the cut-off date for identifying and deporting foreigners in Assam.
- The 2025 Order is accused of 'indirectly legalising' illegal immigration by allowing certain minorities to stay until late 2024.
- Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, is the legal backbone of the Assam Accord and was recently upheld by a Constitution Bench.
- The AGP contends that any extension of the cut-off date is violative of the statutory protections accorded to the people of Assam.
Exam Facts
- The cut-off date under the Assam Accord is March 24, 1971.
- Section 6A was inserted into the Citizenship Act, 1955, to implement the Assam Accord.
- The plea was filed by the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP).
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