With reference to the concept of the Armed Forces (Special) Powers Act (AFSPA), consider the following statements:

AFSPA was first enacted in 1958 to address disturbances in Nagaland.

AFSPA grants immunity to armed forces from prosecution in disturbed areas.

AFSPA is currently applicable only in Manipur and Assam.

AFSPA allows armed forces to conduct searches without a warrant in designated areas.

How many of the above statements are correct?

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AFSPA was first enacted in 1958 to address disturbances in Nagaland: This is correct. It was initially enacted to manage unrest in Nagaland.
AFSPA grants immunity to armed forces from prosecution in disturbed areas: This is correct. It provides legal protection to armed forces operating in such areas.
AFSPA is currently applicable only in Manipur and Assam: This is incorrect. It is also applicable in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh.
AFSPA allows armed forces to conduct searches without a warrant in designated areas: This is correct. Armed forces can search premises without a warrant under AFSPA.

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AFSPA was first enacted in 1958 to address disturbances in Nagaland: This is correct. It was initially enacted to manage unrest in Nagaland.
AFSPA grants immunity to armed forces from prosecution in disturbed areas: This is correct. It provides legal protection to armed forces operating in such areas.
AFSPA is currently applicable only in Manipur and Assam: This is incorrect. It is also applicable in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh.
AFSPA allows armed forces to conduct searches without a warrant in designated areas: This is correct. Armed forces can search premises without a warrant under AFSPA.

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