State Of M.P. & Anr vs Ram Prakash Singh & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the inaction of the Madhya Pradesh government regarding the escape of four criminals from police custody, which led to the murder of 14 individuals and subsequent torture of the Baghel community. The Court upheld the High Court's directive for a CBI inquiry into the escape and the police's negligence, emphasizing the need for accountability under Article 21 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to life and personal liberty. The appeal by the State of Madhya Pradesh against the High Court's order was dismissed, reinforcing the necessity of protecting citizens' rights against state inaction.