S. ATHILAKSHMI vs THE STATE REP. BY THE DRUGS INSPECTOR

The Supreme Court examined the legality of the medical examination conducted within a private premises by a registered medical practitioner, in the context of a criminal investigation. The court considered whether such private medical consultations, without direct hospital or clinical setup, are permissible under law. It upheld that medical examinations conducted privately, with proper authorization, are lawful and do not violate legal or constitutional rights. The judgment emphasizes the importance of adhering to legal procedures in medical examinations during criminal investigations.