Mortuza Hussain Choudhury vs The State Of Nagaland

The Supreme Court examined the validity of preventive detention orders issued under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988, challenged by the appellant. The Court emphasized that preventive detention is a draconian measure permissible under Article 22(3)(b) of the Constitution, which mandates strict adherence to constitutional safeguards. The High Court's dismissal of the writ petitions was upheld, reaffirming the constitutional framework governing preventive detention. The judgment underscores the importance of balancing individual liberty with state security within constitutional limits.