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Supreme Court Directs Government to Establish National Register of Citizens in Assam
The Supreme Court of India has directed the government to establish a National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam. The court observed that the NRC is necessary to identify and deport illegal immigrants from the state. The court also stated that the NRC must be prepared in a fair and transparent manner, with adequate opportunities for citizens to prove their citizenship. The court directed the government to establish a committee to oversee the preparation of the NRC and to ensure that it is conducted in a fair and transparent manner. The judgment has significant implications for the identification and deportation of illegal immigrants in Assam. The court has emphasized the need for a robust and transparent process for the preparation of the NRC and has directed the government to ensure that the process is fair and inclusive. The court has also directed the government to provide adequate support and protection to citizens who are affected by the NRC process. The judgment is expected to have far-reaching consequences for the identification and deportation of illegal immigrants in Assam and is seen as a significant step towards ensuring that the NRC is prepared in a fair and transparent manner. The court has also directed the government to review and revise the citizenship laws and policies to ensure that they are in line with the principles of fairness and transparency.
