This document contains the original judgement from the Supreme Court of India in the case of Deena vs Union of India, dated 23/09/1983. The core issue debated was whether the method of execution by hanging, as prescribed by Section 354(5) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, violated Article 21 of the Constitution, which prohibits cruel and inhuman treatment. The judgement examines arguments regarding the humanity, pain, and degradation associated with hanging compared to other methods. It is useful for legal professionals, students, and anyone interested in constitutional law and capital punishment.
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