SHRI DILIP K. BASU vs STATE OF WEST BENGAL .

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of custodial deaths and the lack of accountability in police lock-ups, emphasizing the need for a framework to ensure justice for victims and their families. The Court recognized the increasing frequency of allegations regarding deaths in custody and directed notices to all State Governments and the Law Commission of India for suggestions on addressing this issue. The Court's holding established the necessity for developing 'custody jurisprudence' to prevent unpunished atrocities in police custody.