This document details the Supreme Court of India's judgment in Madhav Hayawadanrao Hoskot vs State Of Maharashtra, delivered on 17 August 1978. It primarily addresses the right to free legal aid and the importance of fair procedure under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. The case highlights the necessity of providing prisoners with timely copies of judgments and access to legal representation to ensure a fair appeal process. This judgment is crucial for legal practitioners, students, and anyone interested in constitutional law and prisoner rights.