Supreme Court of India · 2016-07-13
Extra Judl.Exec.Victim Families ... vs Union Of India & Anr
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Extra Judl.Exec.Victim Families ...
- Respondent
- Union Of India & Anr
- Author
- Madan B. Lokur
- Bench
- Uday Umesh Lalit, Madan B. Lokur
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court, while addressing a writ petition under Article 32, emphasized the fundamental right to know the truth regarding alleged extra-judicial executions by the Manipur Police and armed forces. The Court recognized that the next of kin of victims have rights beyond mere monetary compensation, highlighting the need for accountability and justice in cases of human rights violations. The judgment underscores the importance of investigating claims of fake encounters and ensuring that victims' families are informed about the circumstances surrounding such incidents.