Have you ever felt intimidated, dismissed, or helpless at a police station? Have you ever been told your complaint isn't important enough, or worse, been treated with disrespect when you were the one seeking justice? If so, the Supreme Court of India just delivered a landmark order that serves as a powerful shield for every citizen. In a recent case, Pavul Yesu Dhasan vs. The Registrar, SHRC , the nation's highest court didn't just rule on a technicality; it sent a resounding message about the fundamental right to dignity, especially when you are at your most vulnerable. The "Shocking" Story That Reached the Supreme Court The facts of the case, which the Court itself described as "shocking," are distressingly familiar to many. A citizen, accompanied by his parents, went to the Srivilliputhur Town Police Station in Tamil Nadu to lodge a complaint. They were given the run-around. First, a Sub-Inspector refused to take the complaint. Then, they were told ...
We all see Ludo as a harmless game—a fun way to pass the time with family or connect with friends online. But what if a casual game, played for small stakes, could be considered a crime? This isn’t a hypothetical question. Based on a real incident from a city in India, we’re exploring how a seemingly innocent Ludo game led to serious police action, including an FIR under a state’s Prevention of Gambling Act. This case is a crucial lesson for every casual gamer out there. The Incident: A Real-Life Scenario Here’s what happened in a recent case: · Who: A few friends. · Where: A public footpath in a busy urban area. · The Activity: Police, acting on a tip, found the group gathered around a single smartphone, deeply engaged in a game on a Ludo app. · The Sta...