High Court Acted to Ensure Speedy Trial Under Article 21 — (2026) INSC 511
The High Court has the power to issue directions to ensure the speedy trial of cases under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.
Ram Balak v. State of U.P. — (2026) INSC 511Core Argument
The High Court has the power to issue directions to ensure the speedy trial of cases under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The directions regarding service of summons and witness production are within the High Court's constitutional power to secure the ends of justice and are not barred by the scope of Section 483 BNSS.
Key Precedents
- State of U.P. v. Anurudh 2026 SCC OnLine SC 40 — Cited to recognise the distinction between constitutional power and statutory power, but distinguished on the ground that the directions in the present case do not contradict any statutory scheme and are within the supervisory jurisdiction of the High Court.
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