The Judgment of the Supreme Court in Peoples' Union for Civil Liberties v. Union of India 2004 is related to which of the following?
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CAPF 2023 Paper-1
Right to Shelter
Incorrect AnswerRight against Custodial vjolence
Incorrect AnswerRight to Information
Correct AnswerRight to Speedy trial
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Right to Shelter: This right involves providing adequate accommodation as part of basic human rights, crucial for a dignified life but not the central issue in this case.
- Right against Custodial Violence: This ensures protection from abuse or torture by authorities while in custody. It aims to safeguard human dignity during detention.
- Right to Information: Correct Answer: This case is significant in strengthening the Right to Information in India, leading to greater transparency and accountability in governance. The Supreme Court's ruling contributed to the eventual implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2005.
- Right to Speedy Trial: It assures that legal proceedings are conducted expeditiously without unnecessary delay, but this wasn't the main focus in this particular case.
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By: Parvesh Mehta