Prudeta
Prudeta
2026 INSC 713
📌 Paras 3-4
The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) filed a writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution, highlighting systemic concerns regarding the continued incarceration of convicted prisoners aged over 70 or terminally ill. NALSA conducted a nationwide campaign identifying such vulnerable prisoners whose health deteriorates due to inadequate prison facilities, infringing their fundamental rights under Articles 14 and 21. The petition sought directions for bail and release of these prisoners to prevent punishment from becoming cruel, inhuman, or degrading and to preserve their right to live with dignity.
📌 Para 3
Whether the continued incarceration of convicted prisoners who are of advanced age (above 70 years) or ar
The bench further analyzed the constitutional validity of the impugned provisions and discussed the interpretation of Articles 14 and 21 in light of recent precedents...
Citing the ratio in prior decisions, the court held that the legislative intent was to ensure...
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