ABHAY SINGH (DEAD) vs STATE OF UTTAR PRADESH .

The Supreme Court addressed the constitutional implications of providing 'Z Grade Security' to certain public officials, questioning whether such categorization violates Articles 14, 18, and 21 of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that the State must ensure equal protection and security for all citizens, regardless of their status or office, and that privileges such as security should not be granted arbitrarily or at public expense without a justified need. The Court held that the existing practice of granting security based on office held is contrary to the principles of republicanism and equality enshrined in the Constitution, thereby necessitating a reevaluation of such policies.