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Supreme Court: Bail is Rule Even in UAPA Cases

Published Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · Updated May 19

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The Supreme Court of India, through a Bench of Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan, reiterated on May 18, 2026, that bail remains the rule even in cases filed under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). This emphasizes the importance of fundamental rights and speedy trials.

What We Know — Key Points

  • On Monday (May 18, 2026), a Bench of Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan said bail was indeed the rule in UAPA cases too.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • The HinduCenter-Left

    The Hindu emphasizes the Supreme Court's defense of fundamental rights and personal liberty against the stringent provisions of the UAPA, highlighting the importance of speedy trials and the constitutional principle of "bail is the rule".

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