The Federal Tussle On The Extension Of BSF’S Jurisdiction: The Legal and Administrative Justification

The recent decision that has been taken by the Ministry of Home Affairs to extend the jurisdiction of the Border Security Force, which is also known as the ‘First Line of India’s Defence’ has shown mixed responses. But at the same hand, an unprecedented uproar has broken out between the political circles of this country, following the implementation of this decision. As on Tuesday, after following such a response of the Punjab Legislative Assembly, the West Bengal Legislative Assembly also passed an Act with 112 present and voting and 68 opposing which aims to delimit the jurisdiction of the BSF that has been extended to 50 km from 15 km. But the question remains, that is this Act going to be valid, then how? So, that is what is being discussed here, withdrawing a legal basis. Read More…