This document details the landmark Supreme Court case of Hussainara Khatoon & Ors. vs. Home Secretary, State of Bihar, delivered in 1979. It addresses the critical issue of pre-trial detention and the right to a speedy trial under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. The judgement highlights the injustices faced by undertrial prisoners, particularly the poor, due to an antiquated and property-oriented bail system. It advocates for a reformed bail system and emphasizes the importance of personal bonds and other factors in determining release, aiming to ensure a more just and fair legal process for all.
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