Case Law Details
Pankaj Bansal Vs Union of India & Ors. (Supreme Court of India)
In a historic judgment delivered on October 3, the Supreme Court of India issued a directive that has far-reaching implications for law enforcement agencies, especially the Directorate of Enforcement (ED). The verdict revolves around the fundamental rights of individuals arrested by the ED and emphasizes the need for transparency and fairness in its actions. This article delves into the details of the case, the Court’s rationale, and the broader implications of this landmark decision.
The Case in Question
The case in question involves the arrest of Pankaj Bansal and Basant Bansal in connection with a money laundering case concerning the real estate giant M3M. The Directorate of Enforcement, tasked with investigating economic offenses, detained the two individuals without providing them with written grounds of arrest. Instead, an ED officer verbally communicated the reasons for their arrest.
The Supreme Court’s Verdict
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