NewsIMTSSubscribe Now! Get features like 1. Written grounds of arrest must in all cases: Top court The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that the grounds of arrest must be furnished in writing to every accused in all cases, including offences under the Indian Penal Code (now the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, this year), marking a significant expansion of the constitutional safeguard and ending the perception that such protection was limited only to special laws such as the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) or the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). A bench of Chief Justice of India Bhushan R Gavai and justice AG Masih held that the obligation to inform a person why they are being arrested “is not a mere procedural formality but a mandatory constitutional safeguard” flowing from the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21, and mandated under Article 22(1). It underlined that an arrest carries an inherent stigma that “undermines a person’s social dignity” and impacts not only the individual but also their family and social circle. Rejecting the argument that the requirement of written grounds was confined to special statutes, the court said Article 22(1) “cannot be read in a restrictive manner” and applies equally… (Updated 7 Nov 2025, 08:15 IST; source: link)
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UPSC Daily News Summaries: Essential Current Affairs, Key Issues and Important
This section explains the update in simple words for students and readers. It covers what changed, why it matters now, and how it connects to the main announcement in the title. It also shares what to check, where to see official notices, and how to prepare the basic documents. Keep an eye on official portals for authentic details. Read the steps slowly and follow only trusted sources. If timelines are shared, note them in a diary and set reminders. Stay alert for corrections and FAQs. Use this brief guide to act calmly and avoid confusion.
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- Rejecting the argument that the requirement of written grounds was confined to special statutes, the court said Article 22(1) “cannot be read in a restrictive manner” and applies equally…
- A bench of Chief Justice of India Bhushan R Gavai and justice AG Masih held that the obligation to inform a person why they are being arrested “is not a mere procedural formality but a mandatory constitutional safeguard” flowing from the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21, and mandated under Article 22(1).