Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act 1967 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is India's primary statute for effectively preventing unlawful and terrorist activities that threaten the integrity and sovereignty of the nation. This 2025 edition consolidates the Act and its subsequent amendments, updated rules, relevant schedules, notifications, and detailed Section Notes. By providing both the bare text of the law and explanatory notes, this edition serves as an authoritative yet accessible resource for anyone looking to understand the scope and application of the UAPA and the associated legal framework in one place.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Professionals – Advocates, judges, and legal advisors who require a reliable, updated version of the UAPA for reference, argument, and legal interpretation
• Law Enforcement & Investigative Agencies – Police officers, members of specialised agencies (like NIA), and public prosecutors dealing with terrorism and unlawful activities cases
• Government Officials – Policy drafters, administrators, and officers involved in internal security matters who need to stay abreast of legislative provisions concerning national security
• Academics & Students – Researchers, faculty, and students in law colleges or universities studying constitutional law, criminal law, or national security legislation
• Think Tanks & NGOs – Organisations engaged in policy research or human rights advocacy, seeking clarity on the Act's legal contours and enforcement mechanisms

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act [Act No. 37 of 1967] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Authoritative Text] Incorporates the text of the UAPA, including amendments up to 2025, ensuring readers have the most current version of the statute
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Section-by-section Notes] Offers concise notes under each section, clarifying important legal terms, definitions, and procedural requirements for quick reference
• [Updated Case References (Section Notes)] Where relevant, the notes indicate important judgments from the Supreme Court or High Courts interpreting the UAPA and clarifying its application
• [Incorporation of Rules & Schedules] Includes the complete set of rules under the Act (e.g., Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Rules, 1968; Review Committee Rules; Procedure for Admission and Disposal of Application Rules, 2004; etc.) and updated Schedules
• [Relevant Notifications & Forms] Features key recent notifications, including those that designate or notify associations as unlawful
• [User-friendly Layout] Employs a clear structure, with chapter introductions, sub-headings, and footnotes that help readers quickly locate specific provisions

The structure of the book is as follows:

• UAPA – Bare Text
• Chapter-wise Segments (I through VII), each focusing on a specific topic (e.g., definitions, terrorist acts, forfeiture)
• Each section is followed immediately by Section Notes, which clarify statutory language, reference to court decisions, and highlight procedural details
• Consolidated Rules – Full text of the major rules framed under the Act
• Schedules – Four updated Schedules with cross-references to relevant sections in the principal Act
• Key Notifications – Notifications designating unlawful associations or terrorist individuals, reprinted in full or summarised with references to official gazettes
• Practical Insights – Summaries of important judicial pronouncements, procedural checklists (e.g., steps for banning associations, attachment of property), and guidance on bail under UAPA
• Subject Index & Keyword Index – A single integrated index guiding readers to sections and specific topics