People'S Union For Civil Liberties vs Union Of India & Anr

The Supreme Court held that the appointment of a police officer as a member of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is contrary to the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, specifically Section 3(2)(d), which mandates that members should have knowledge and practical experience in human rights. The Court found that such an appointment undermines the independence of the NHRC and violates Article 14 of the Constitution, as it could lead to conflicts of interest. Consequently, the Court ruled in favor of the petitioner, challenging the appointment.