Mahesh Kumar Agarwal vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court emphasized that liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution is a fundamental right that the State must protect, and any restrictions must be narrowly tailored, lawful, necessary, and proportionate. The Court highlighted the importance of procedural safeguards and cautioned against rigid barriers that could undermine individual dignity. The appeal was based on the affirmation of restrictions on personal liberty by lower courts, but the Court underscored the constitutional obligation to balance state interests with individual rights.