- What is it?: Armed Forces and Fundamental Rights
- Article 33 empowers Parliament to restrict fundamental rights of armed forces and similar services.
- The objective is to maintain discipline and ensure duty compliance in these forces.
- Only Parliament, not state legislatures, can legislate under Article 33.
- Laws made under Article 33 are immune from judicial challenges for contravening fundamental rights.
- Examples include the Army Act (1950), Navy Act (1950), and Police Forces (Restriction of Rights) Act, 1966.
- Restrictions cover freedom of speech, association, press communication, and participation in protests.
- These ensure internal security and the integrity of defense and law enforcement.