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38th, 42nd Act => suspension of fundamental rights, and writ jurisdiction. 2) Censorship of free media => freedom of speech and expression was curtailed. 3) Police excesses, custodial tortures etc especially of political opponents however, the emergency also strengthened the idea of civil liberties. 1) 44th Amendment act => armed rebellion, writ of habeas corpus => suspended emergency imposition. 2) Restored the freedom of judiciary and strengthened separation of power => eg: evolution of collegium system. 3) Formation of democratic alliances. eg: Grand coalition. Therefore, the emergency period is still a watch on India's democratic history, but it strengthened our polity.

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Therefore, the emergency period is still a watch on India's democratic history, but it strengthened our polity.

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Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

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Constitutional amendments and strengthening of democratic institutions post-Emergency

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