Today, On 12th December, the Supreme Court ruled that requiring donees in gift deeds to provide lifelong, unpaid services to donors is unconstitutional and constitutes forced labor, violating fundamental rights. This decision emphasizes individual liberty, dismissing a case concerning a 1953 land gift and reinforcing the illegality of coercive agreements.
The Madras High Court ruled that prisoners should not be treated as slaves or subjected to inhumane treatment, responding to allegations of mistreatment by prison officials. The court emphasized that any exploitation of inmates must face strict action, underscoring the importance of lawful punishment and the responsibility of jail authorities to protect human dignity.
