Rajasthan's Disturbed Area Bill: What it is, Objections, and Political Impact

• Rajasthan's Bhajanlal government plans to introduce a Disturbed Area Bill in the 2026 budget session, making it the second state after Gujarat to have such a law.
• The bill aims to declare certain areas as 'disturbed' and restrict property sales to prevent forced migration, ethnic imbalance, and demographic change.
• Violators compelling property sales or migration in disturbed areas could face 3-5 years imprisonment and financial penalties.
• Congress opposes the bill, citing concerns about constitutional violations (Article 300A, Article 14), potential for misuse, and creating an atmosphere of fear.
• The BJP views the bill as a protective measure against demographic change and forced property sales, aligning with its stance on infiltration and community-specific issues.

Why It Matters: Rajasthan's proposed Disturbed Area Bill aims to regulate property sales in 'disturbed' zones, facing strong opposition from Congress over constitutional and social implications.