accountability of authorities

illegal ostracism orders by village panchayat
Case BriefsHigh Courts

“The respondents are directed to conduct enquiry independently in this regard and ensure that no injustice is caused to the petitioner by violating her fundamental rights as contemplated under Article 21 of the Constitution.”

12-year-old's rape
Case BriefsHigh Courts

“Considering the sensitivity of the issue, particularly the commission of rape of a female child aged about 12 years and thereafter her brutal murder, along with the lethargic attitude of the police, it was proper to take cognizance of the occurrence.”