India's Supreme Court sets guidelines to prevent arbitrary property demolitions and mandates compensation.

The Supreme Court of India has established guidelines to prevent arbitrary property demolitions, termed "bulldozer justice." These guidelines require proper surveys, written notices, and consideration of objections before any demolition. The court criticized the unlawful demolition of a journalist's ancestral home in Uttar Pradesh and ordered the state to pay ₹25 lakh in compensation. The ruling emphasizes the need for due process and accountability for officials involved in such actions.

November 09, 2024
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