SMT. POSTASANGBOM NINGOL THOKCHOM & ANR. vs GENERAL OFFICER COMMANDING & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that under Article 32 of the Constitution, it has the authority to ensure justice and enforce fundamental rights, including awarding monetary compensation in cases of custodial violations. The Court found that the appellants' sons had not been released from custody, as concluded by the District Judge's inquiry. The Court awarded compensation of Rs. 1,50,000 to the petitioners, emphasizing that this does not affect any other liabilities arising from the custodial situation.