TARAK SINGH vs JYOTI BASU

The Supreme Court addressed a Public Interest Litigation challenging the allotment of government land in Salt Lake City, Calcutta, alleging violations of Article 14 of the Constitution due to arbitrary and malafide actions. The Court emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in government land allotments, particularly when involving judicial figures. The Court ordered the production of relevant files and affidavits regarding the allotment process, highlighting the potential conflict of interest in the actions of a retired judge involved in the case.