Nandini Sundar & Ors vs State Of Chattisgarh

The Supreme Court addressed the constitutional validity of the Chhattisgarh government's actions in combating Maoist extremism, emphasizing the need for accountability and adherence to human rights. The Court held that the State cannot justify the use of force and the arming of untrained individuals as a means to combat extremism, as it leads to gross violations of human rights. The judgment reinforces the principle that state power must be exercised within the framework of constitutional values and human rights protections.