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    Question

    The famous case of Anuradha Bhasin v. Union of India is

    related to
    A Custodial Deaths Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Anticipatory Bail Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Maintenance under Section 125 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Overuse of Section 144 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Anuradha Bhasin v. Union of India- Curfew – Section 144 CrPC The case primarily dealt with the suspension of the internet in the State of Jammu and Kashmir post revocation of Article 370 of the Constitution of India, however, one of the issues in the case was regarding the excessive imposition of Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure , 1973, which empowers a magistrate to impose restrictions on movement and speech in areas where trouble could erupt. The Supreme Court of India, in this case, held that Section 144 CrPC cannot be used as a tool to prevent legitimate expression of opinion. The court further held that Section 144 CrPC is not only remedial but also preventive, and shall be exercised only in cases where there is danger or apprehension of danger. The jurisdiction of Section 144 of CrPC shall not be used to suppress the legitimate expression of opinion or grievance or exercise of any democratic rights

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