Communal Violence — Legal Precedents

Legal Precedents

Zahira Habibullah Sheikh v. State of Gujarat

2004

This landmark case arose from the Best Bakery incident during the 2002 Gujarat riots where 14 people were burnt alive. The case became symbolic of witness intimidation and denial…

State of Gujarat v. Mirzapur Moti Kureshi Kassab Jamat

2005

This case dealt with compensation for riot victims and established important principles regarding state liability for communal violence. The Court held that the state has a duty…

Bilkis Bano v. State of Gujarat

2019

This case involved gang rape and murder during the 2002 Gujarat riots and became a landmark for women's rights in communal violence situations. The Supreme Court awarded enhanced…

Tehseen Poonawalla v. Union of India

2018

While primarily dealing with lynching, this case established comprehensive guidelines applicable to communal violence prevention. The Court recognized lynching and mob violence as…

Pravasi Bhalai Sangathan v. Union of India

2014

This case addressed hate speech and its role in inciting communal violence. The Court emphasized the need for stricter implementation of laws against hate speech and called for…