SHATRUGHAN CHAUHAN & ANR. vs UNION OF INDIA & ORS.

The Supreme Court addressed the constitutionality of executing death sentences in light of Article 21 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to life and personal liberty. The Court held that the execution of death sentences must consider supervening circumstances, particularly when mercy petitions have been rejected by the President of India. The Court emphasized the need for a coherent decision-making process regarding the execution of death sentences, thereby reinforcing the principles of justice and human rights.