1974 (2) TMI 99 - SC - Indian Laws

Summary

The Supreme Court of India heard petitions for habeas corpus concerning two detenues with similar detention orders under the Maintenance of Internal Security Act, 1971. The detentions were found to be in violation of Article 22(5) of the Constitution as the reasons for detention were not communicated to the petitioners, depriving them of the opportunity to make effective representations. The detentions were set aside.