Question

In which year Naga Hill area was declared as a ‘Disturbed Area’?

Answer 1

The Naga Hill area was declared a ‘Disturbed Area’ in 1956 by the Indian government. This was done in response to the growing insurgency and militancy in the region, particularly by the Naga National Council (NNC) and its demand for an independent Naga state. The declaration of a disturbed area allowed the government to deploy the Indian Army and other security forces to maintain law and order, as well as to use special laws to suppress the movement. This marked the beginning of a long period of military operations and repression in the region.