Supreme Court of India · 2022-09-12
Mohammad Latief Magrey vs The Union Territory Of Jammu And Kashmir
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Mohammad Latief Magrey
- Respondent
- The Union Territory Of Jammu And Kashmir
- Author
- Surya Kant
- Bench
- Surya Kant
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the issue of disinterment of a deceased individual, focusing on the legal and ethical considerations surrounding the disturbance of graves. The court emphasized the presumption against disinterment unless substantial reasons are provided, citing precedents that reflect societal sentiments regarding the resting places of the dead. Ultimately, the court upheld the High Court's decision, reinforcing the principle that the dead should rest undisturbed unless compelling reasons necessitate otherwise.