Article 21 is one of the most significant fundamental rights, guaranteeing the right to life and personal liberty. The phrase "procedure established by law" has been interpreted by the Supreme Court to mean a fair, just, and reasonable procedure, not merely any procedure.
"No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law" is described under
Asked in Junior Legal Officer 2019 · Topic: Fundamental Rights (Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22), including Right to Life and Personal Liberty (Article 21))
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