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SC bans ‘bulldozer justice’, calls it unconstitutional, drafts norms

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 13 November 2024 ()
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has declared instant demolitions of accused individuals' homes as unconstitutional. The court emphasized the right to shelter and due process, condemning the arbitrary use of bulldozers. The justices criticized authorities for selectively targeting properties based on criminal accusations, terming it as 'anarchy' and 'collective punishment'.
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