ARVIND KUMAR SHARMA vs UNION OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court, in a Writ Petition under Article 32, addressed the illegal sale of prohibited weapons by Army personnel, violating the Arms Act, 1959. The Court emphasized the need for strict adherence to verification procedures before issuing arms licenses, particularly in border areas like Sriganganagar, Rajasthan. The Court directed the Union of India and the State of Rajasthan to ensure compliance with the Arms Act and to take action against those involved in the illegal arms licensing scandal, thereby reinforcing accountability in arms licensing processes.