ADARSH COOPERATIVE HOUSING SOCIETY LTD vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court dismissed the petition filed under Article 32 of the Constitution seeking to prohibit the release of the film 'Aiyaary', which allegedly portrayed the petitioner society in a negative light, impacting their reputation and right to life under Articles 14 and 21. The Court held that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) had the authority to grant certification under the Cinematograph Act, 1952, and had consulted relevant authorities before doing so. The Court emphasized the importance of the Censor Board's role in ensuring that films do not lead to public hysteria or a miscarriage of justice, ultimately ruling that the film could be released as it had complied with legal requirements.