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Historical Evolution — Key Judgments

Updated 7 Mar 2026

Key Judgments

K.A. Najeeb v. Union of India

2021

This Supreme Court judgment emphasized the importance of speedy trial and the right to bail, even in cases under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The Court held…

Nandini Sundar & Ors. v. State of Chhattisgarh

2011

The Supreme Court, in this landmark judgment, declared the Salwa Judum, a state-sponsored civilian militia in Chhattisgarh, unconstitutional and ordered its disbandment. The Court…