Supreme Court of India · 2025-05-28
Arif Md Yeasin Jwadder vs The State Of Assam
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Arif Md Yeasin Jwadder
- Respondent
- The State Of Assam
- Author
- Surya Kant
- Bench
- Surya Kant
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the legality and constitutional validity of police encounters in Assam, which were challenged on grounds of potential violations of the right to life and personal liberty. The High Court had dismissed a PIL seeking investigation and records of alleged fake encounters, deeming it premature. The Supreme Court's role involved balancing law enforcement concerns with constitutional guarantees, emphasizing the need for proper investigation and adherence to legal standards in encounters.