What is the Supreme Court's ruling regarding the grounds of arrest in the Prabir Purkayastha case
Understanding the legal requirement for authorities to provide written grounds for arrest as per a recent supreme court verdict.
In the Prabir Purkayastha case, the Supreme Court ruled that under Article 22(1) of the Constitution of India, authorities are required to provide written grounds for arrest. Here are the key points regarding the Supreme Court's ruling:
- Authorities must communicate the grounds of arrest to the individual concerned
- The grounds must be documented in writing to ensure transparency and protect the individual's rights
- Failure to provide written grounds for arrest violates the individual's fundamental rights
- Proper documentation of arrest grounds helps prevent arbitrary detentions and safeguards against abuse of power
- The Supreme Court's verdict underscores the importance of adhering to legal procedures to protect individuals' liberties
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