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23 July 2026

Gujarat HC on police flogging

The incident involves a direct conflict between police conduct and constitutional rights under Articles 14 and 21, making it a significant case study for judicial oversight of executive power and ethics in public service.

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Notes

  • The Gujarat High Court has initiated a suo motu public interest litigation (PIL) regarding the alleged public flogging and parading of handcuffed accused persons by police in Surat.
  • The incident, which occurred on July 14, involved a Deputy Commissioner of Police and other police personnel.
  • The legal challenge highlights potential violations of Articles 14 (Equality before law) and 21 (Protection of life and personal liberty) of the Indian Constitution.
  • The court's intervention follows a formal complaint submitted by a lawyer to the Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of the judiciary's suo motu powers in upholding the constitutional rights of individuals against potential instances of custodial excess. 150 words
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  2. The protection of human dignity is an integral part of the right to life under Article 21. In the context of police reforms, evaluate the necessity of balancing effective law enforcement with the constitutional mandate to prevent custodial violence and public humiliation of the accused. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following articles of the Indian Constitution are primarily cited in cases concerning the protection of the rights of an accused against custodial violence and public humiliation?

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