Source: HT
Context: The Supreme Court ruled that the 14-day timeline for granting sanctions under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) is mandatory, not discretionary, requiring strict adherence by both central and state governments.
- Non-compliance with this timeline could lead to the quashing of criminal proceedings, emphasizing the importance of swift and diligent decision-making in national security matters.
- The court clarified that this ruling applies prospectively and is aimed at ensuring that the procedural rights of the accused are upheld.
