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Habeas Corpus -- Wife Eloped with another Man -- Writ Does Not Lie Where Alleged Detenue Has Voluntarily Left Matrimonial Home Of Her Own Free Will

A habeas corpus petition does not lie to secure the return of a wife who has voluntarily left the matrimonial home and eloped with another person. The remedy of habeas corpus is unavailable ..

Madras High Court

Writ Jurisdiction -- SARFAESI -- PAlternative Remedy Under SARFAESI Act No Absolute Bar To Writ Jurisdiction Where Section 14 Procedure Is Violated

Violation of procedure prescribed under Section 14 of the SARFAESI Act, 2002 can justify exercise of writ jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution, even where an alternative remedy..

Kerala High Court

Right To Life -- Public Urinal And Open Dustbin Adjacent To Residence Violates Article 21 Right To Clean Environment

The presence of a public urinal and open garbage bin adjacent to a residence violates Article 21 as it creates a nuisance and deplorable living conditions. The State is obligated to maintain..

Delhi High Court