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september 1996

Supreme Court of India · 1996-09-10

DILIP KUMAR DEKA vs STATE OF ASSAM

Citation / case number
SC 1995/15788
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
DILIP KUMAR DEKA
Respondent
STATE OF ASSAM
Author
G.B. PATTANAIK
Bench
G.B. PATTANAIK

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal for expunging remarks made by a Guwahati High Court judge against Dr. Dilip Kumar Deka and Dr. P.K. Baruah, who treated an accused in a murder case under Section 302 IPC. The Court emphasized the importance of fair judicial proceedings and the need to protect the dignity of medical professionals involved in legal matters. The appeal was allowed, and the remarks were expunged, reinforcing the principle that judicial comments should not undermine the integrity of professionals without due cause.

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