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Illegal Arms Trafficking Across States in India: How NIA Fights the Threat

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  Illegal arms trafficking is one of the most serious threats to national security in India. When weapons cross state borders and reach criminal gangs or terrorist organizations, the consequences can be catastrophic. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) plays a crucial role in investigating and dismantling such networks, ensuring the safety of citizens and upholding the rule of law. What is Illegal Arms Trafficking Across States? Illegal arms trafficking across states refers to the unlawful manufacture, sale, transport, or possession of firearms, explosives, and ammunition , with operations spanning multiple Indian states. The activity is considered a serious national security threat when linked to terrorism, insurgency, or organized crime. Why NIA Gets Involved: Multiple states are involved in the trafficking chain Weapons are linked to extremist or terrorist groups There are cross-border or international connections Weapons are intended f...

Order II Rule 2 CPC – Bar to Splitting of Claims: One Cause, One Suit

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In civil litigation , a plaintiff must present their entire claim related to a cause of action in one suit . They cannot divide their claim into parts and file multiple suits for the same cause — this is prohibited under Order II Rule 2 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), 1908) . This rule promotes judicial efficiency and prevents harassment of defendants through repeated litigation on the same issue . What Order II Rule 2 CPC States Rule 2(1): “Every suit shall include the whole of the claim which the plaintiff is entitled to make in respect of the cause of action; but a plaintiff may relinquish any portion of his claim in order to bring the suit within the jurisdiction of any Court.” Rule 2(2): “Where a plaintiff omits to sue in respect of, or intentionally relinquishes, any portion of his claim, he shall not afterwards sue in respect of the portion so omitted or relinquished.” Rule 2(3): “A person entitled to more than one relief in respect of the same cause ...