Special Powers Act, 1974

The Special Powers Act, 1974
Constitution of Bangladesh
  • An Act to provide for special measures for the prevention of certain prejudicial activities, for more speedy trial and effective punishment of certain grave offences and for matters connected therewith.
CitationAct No. XIV of 1974
Passed byJatiya Sangsad
Passed9 February 1974
Legislative history
Bill citationThe Special Powers Act, 1974 (ACT NO. XIV OF 1974)
First reading29 January 1974
Second reading6 February 1974
Third reading9 February 1974
Status: In force

Special Powers Act, 1974 is a law of Bangladesh. The law allows the government of Bangladesh to detain people indefinitely without charging them with anything.


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