The Allahabad High Court questioned the practice of 'bulldozer justice' in Uttar Pradesh
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Why in news
The Allahabad High Court questioned the practice of 'bulldozer justice' in Uttar Pradesh, where properties of the accused are demolished immediately after criminal charges are filed.
Background
The Allahabad High Court observed that such actions violate constitutional principles by undermining due process and the presumption of innocence. The court stated that punishment lies within the judicial domain rather than with administrative authorities.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAllahabad High Court: The judicial body that questioned the demolition of properties linked to accused individuals.
- ConstitutionPresumption of Innocence: A constitutional principle highlighted by the court as being undermined by immediate property demolition.
For Mains
Q. Critically examine the conflict between administrative actions for urban management and the constitutional right to due process and property.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Judicial overreach vs Executive autonomy: Balancing municipal enforcement powers with the judiciary's role in determining punishment.
- Due process violation: Arbitrary deprivation of property before a conviction undermines the presumption of innocence.
- Rule of Law: The risk of extra-judicial punitive measures bypassing established legal procedures for property seizure.
Keywords: Due process · Presumption of innocence · Rule of Law · Arbitrary deprivation · Judicial oversight
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