Supreme Court of India · 2004-11-16
Munshi Singh Gautam (D) & Ors vs State Of M.P
- Citation / case number
- AIR 2005 SUPREME COURT 402
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Munshi Singh Gautam (D) & Ors
- Respondent
- State Of M.P
- Author
- Arijit Pasayat
- Bench
- Arijit Pasayat, C.K.Thakker
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court emphasized that custodial torture and violence violate Article 21 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to life and personal liberty. The Court reiterated that such acts undermine the rule of law and the credibility of the criminal justice system, necessitating immediate remedial measures. It highlighted the constitutional protections against torture, asserting that the State must uphold human dignity and prevent abuse of power by law enforcement agencies.