RAM JETHMALANI, ETC vs UNION OF INDIA, ETC.

The Supreme Court held that cases involving detention under the National Security Act, 1980, raise significant issues of national security and personal liberty, necessitating a hearing by a larger bench of at least seven judges. The Court emphasized that these extraordinary cases require the highest judicial talent and should not be dismissed lightly, as they impact a sizeable section of the community. The Court also indicated that even serious allegations against detainees could warrant consideration for bail to restore normalcy, highlighting the need for judicial proceedings to promote peace and harmony in the affected regions.