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Freedom Quote by Justice Asok Kumar Ganguly

“Even without Article 21, the state does not have the power to deprive a person of his life and liberty without the authority of law, as” quote by Justice Asok Kumar Ganguly
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““Even without Article 21, the state does not have the power to deprive a person of his life and liberty without the authority of law, as””

Justice Asok Kumar Ganguly

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Source Judgment: Indian Supreme Court, 2005

Even without a specific article, the state cannot deprive life or liberty without legal authority.

In simple terms: State must follow law to restrict liberty.

Key Takeaway

Uphold legal due process.

Themes

law human rights state power

Mood

serious formal

Type

judicial ethical

When to use this quote

  • legal education
  • human rights advocacy
  • policy drafting

Key Concepts

constitutional law due process

Questions to Reflect On

  • How ensure laws protect liberty?
  • What safeguards prevent abuse?
A Different Perspective

Legal loopholes may be exploited.

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