| dc.description.abstract | Domestic, as well as international
audience, criticizes the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
The provisions of PTA are regarded as
discriminatory, breaching human rights law as well
as fundamental rights. However, the purpose of PTA
is to ensure national security by combating
terrorism. Therefore, it is imperative to strike a
balance between the interests of National Security
and Human Rights. The research is library-based
research, which is also known as doctrinal research.
It has used existing sources to arrive at conclusions.
Both primary sources and secondary sources are
equipped. The paper discusses the strengths and
weaknesses of the PTA. The Act itself has
inconsistencies as well as lacunas, which is
detrimental to national security. The paper
addresses the drawbacks accordingly, proving the
necessity of upholding national security whilst
adhering to international standards and protecting
human rights. Consequently, the paper has provided
an array of recommendations. | en_US |
