Question

Which case is leading case on arrest

• A. Joginder Kumar Vs State of U.P.
• B. State of W.B. Vs D.K. Basu
• C. Both a & b
• D. None of the above

Hint:

Joginder Kumar case restricts arbitrary arrests, while D.K. Basu case lays down arrest guidelines.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Joginder Kumar case.
In Joginder Kumar Vs State of U.P. (1994), SC held that an arrest cannot be made in routine manner; police must justify necessity of arrest.

Step 2: D.K. Basu case.
In State of W.B. Vs D.K. Basu (1997), SC laid down detailed guidelines on arrest and detention, including mandatory rights of arrested person.

Step 3: Combined importance.
Both cases are landmark rulings on protection of personal liberty under Article 21.

Step 4: Conclusion.
Correct answer is (C).